Overdose Alert for Northern Kentucky region

Northern Kentucky has suffered 24 suspected overdoses in the last week, including six in the last 24 hours. This includes a few suspected overdose-related deaths.

People who use drugs in or around the region should take caution to protect themselves.

– Always keep naloxone on hand and administer it if an overdose is suspected. Fentanyl has been found in all types of unregulated drugs, so naloxone may help regardless of the drug taken.
– Visit nkyhealth.org/savealife to obtain naloxone and other harm reduction supplies.
– Don’t use drugs alone. Overdose prevention lifeline: 877-696-1996.
– Check in on friends, family members, neighbors, and others to share this information.
– Call 911 if you suspect an overdose.

If you or someone you know needs help with Substance Use Disorder, visit findhelpnow.org/ky to search for available treatment and recovery options (or call 833-859-4357 during business hours, or 800-854-6813 after business hours).