COLLABORATE. SHARE. INFORM & HELP.

TEAMS PROFILE

STATE/JURISDICTION:

NEW YORK

PHA CONTACT:

Mary Smith

DIO CONTACT:

Mary Smith

ORS TEAMS PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Naloxone Distribution:
    Providing naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, to people who use drugs, their families, and first responders.
  • Overdose Prevention Education:
    Training individuals on how to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to administer naloxone.
  • Fentanyl Test Strips:
    Providing fentanyl test strips to allow individuals to check drugs for the presence of fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid.
  • Community Engagement:
    Working with community leaders, organizations, and people who use drugs to develop and implement effective programs.

ORS Team’s Resources and Tools

  • Overdose Presentation Resource Guide
  • Naloxone Leave Behind Toolkit

MEETINGS

  • Community and Partner Monthly Engagement Meeting, May 2025

  • Overdose Prevention Quarterly Meeting, June 2025

Team Stories and News