We found that over 27,000 naloxone kits were distributed via community methods during the study period, and strong evidence that the campaign was associated with a large temporary increase in the community of supply of naloxone for the duration of the main campaign.
“In Finland, the # of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.” https://t.co/EH3reri9lz
Minister for Drugs Policy Angela Constance has joined the @WeAreWithYou Know Your Route walk in Kilmarnock to mark #IOAD and highlight the services available to support people with drug, alcohol and mental health issues in the area. #eastayrshire.
Breakfast of champions! #ClickNDeliver is 2yrs old today 🎉🎊 Many thanks for the shares, comments & support. Most importantly to oor pals @SDFnews & @cuppawithK who keep me on the right path (huge job). I'm away tae eat ma 🎂 👉 https://t.co/7TLlQZYId6
MISSING PERSON. My son Daniel Carberry has been missing since 1pm yesterday. He was last seen in the University area of Liverpool city centre and may be in a vulnerable condition. Could you please share this post and either DM me or ring 101 (Ref. 828) if he’s been seen ❤️
Great to be at the launch of @glasgow_taxis#Naloxone taxi with @cuppawithK @SDFnews @AConstanceSNP this morning. Amazing drivers committed to saving lives. Thanks to @scotgov for funding our #ClickNDeliver service. Want a kit? Apply online 👉 https://t.co/7TLlQZYId6
FM @NicolaSturgeon and @AConstanceSNP visited Bathgate Fire Station today to launch a new trial that will offer @fire_scot firefighters the chance to volunteer for naloxone training to help prevent drug deaths, supported by £90k @scotgov funding.
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Firefighters across Scotland are to start carrying naloxone to help prevent drug deaths
@NicolaSturgeon visited Bathgate Fire Station this morning to see the training involved
I also spoke with Group Commander Paul Blackwood who lost his friend to an overdose at the age of 19
A snapshot of some of the actions taken in 2021 as part of the new national mission to reduce drug deaths by saving and improving lives - as always more to do to reduce harm and promote recovery - so looking forward to 2022 with determination & resolve