Opioids

Reflecting on the pain of 10 killed in a hate-driven shooting, 100,000 dead of drug overdoses and 1 million lost to COVID-19

$26 billion in new funding is available to mitigate the effects of the opioid epidemic, and now is the time for public safety leaders to advocate for their share

"It is another tool in our bag," said Richmond Fire Chief Sam Kirby

Jeffrey Leedy was found guilty of replacing doses of fentanyl with a saline solution while working for Roanoke County Fire and Rescue

Let's do this! VEIS, opioid treatment, PPE basics and lightweight construction

The dashboard uses EMS data to map monthly calls and responses

A preliminary investigation found that the firefighter may have falsified supply logs for at least 18 months

Five reasons firefighters are at an increased risk of opioid abuse

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said naloxone can be safely administered by first responders with proper PPE and other safety measures

Creating a safe scene begins with understanding how your patient’s mental and physical health connect, and in avoiding these 5 don’ts

Evidence-based naloxone administration recommendations to minimize risk of COVID-19 exposure and alleviate provider fear