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EP 123 - Students Carrying Narcan
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Dr. Terry Sellers & counselor Jared Miller discussed an article titled “Should Students Carry Naloxone? American Medical Association (AMA) Members Debate Policy Stance” from medpagetoday.com. The big question debated among AMA members was whether students should be allowed to carry Narcan in public schools. Doctor Sellers leads into this topic by sharing the startling statistics of deaths caused by overdose specific to adolescents. Between 2021 and 2022, 1,871 overdose deaths in the age group 14-18-year-olds, 1,090 of those deaths occurred in the adolescent houses, resulting in 781 of those overdose deaths occurring in a public setting. The hosts break down this article, sharing their reactions, thoughts & personal opinions on the AMA members' stance. This episode is full of education & information, we hope you enjoy it!
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