New York Statewide Opioid Overdose Prevention Program

Opioid Overdose remains a serious public health concern in New York State. Most fatal overdoses happen when breathing slows or stops after opioid use. Death usually occurs one to three hours after injection, not instantly – meaning timely help can save lives.

An overdose is often witnessed by someone nearby who may not recognize the danger or may be afraid to act. Increasing awareness, access to naloxone, and understanding the risks can prevent many of these deaths.

About Our Program

The New York State Department of Health launched the Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative in 2006 after the passage of Public Health Law 3309 which made it legal to train non-medical individuals to administer naloxone during an opioid overdose emergency. This law establishes a statewide system of registered programs - one of the first of its kind in the nation - to reduce opioid overdose deaths through training naloxone distribution and community education. Overtime the initiative has evolved into a comprehensive statewide network supporting local health departments community-based organizations syringe service programs hospitals treatment providers and first responders.

Registered Opioid Overdose Prevention programs are community partners that help save lives by distributing naloxone kits and providing free trainings communities to help people recognize and respond to overdose.

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