International Overdose Awareness Day

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Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction Pop-ups:

In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31), the Missoula Drug Safety Coalition will be holding free mini trainings about overdose prevention and other harm reduction related topics throughout the month of August. Learn to save a life in by using Narcan (Naloxone), fentanyl test strips, and safe disposal of syringes and medications.

Catch us at:

Overdose Prevention and Response Training

Thursday, August 28th 6:00-7:00 pm

Zoom meeting - register here: https://forms.gle/kj74fkEXL11agVzA8

International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil

Sunday, August 31 at 8:30 pm

Main Hall, the University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive

Join us to see UM's Main Hall turn purple for International Overdose Awareness Day and to remember community members lost and affected by overdose. No fee or registration required to attend this campus event. If you want to submit a story and picture to put into the slide show and in social media, submit here: https://form.jotform.com/252146401670045.


Overdose Prevention and Response Training of Trainer (FREE)

Tuesday, September 16 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm

University of Montana

Want to learn how to train others on how to use Narcan (Naloxone) or how to prevent overdose? Attend our free training! Email Leah Fitch-Brody at lfitch-brody@missoulacounty.us if interested. 

FAQ's


Where can I get FREE Narcan In Missoula?

Open Aid Alliance: 715 Ronan St, Missoula, MT 59801. The office is open 12 Noon to 5PM Monday-Thursday, closed on Fridays
Missoula City-County Health Department: 301 W Alder St, Missoula, MT 59802. The office is open 8AM to 5PM Monday-Friday

Dose of Hope Harm Reduction Resource Kiosks: 

Where can I drop off unused or expired medications?

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