The Florida Department of Health in Monroe County (DOH-Monroe) invites the public to attend Revive Awareness Day events on Friday, June 6. Pre-registration is not required.
Residents can pick up free Narcan at these events, while supplies last. Business owners can also request Narcan delivery by emailing DOHMonroe@flhealth.gov.
Learn how to spot the signs of an overdose, how to use naloxone to reverse the effects of an overdose, and what resources and programs are available to support individuals with substance use disorder.
Signs of an overdose
All Floridians need to know the signs of an overdose, which include:
- Small, constricted “pinpoint pupils.”
- Falling asleep or losing consciousness.
- Slow, weak or not breathing.
- Choking or gurgling sounds.
- Cold or clammy skin.
- Discolored skin, especially lips and nails.
- Limp body.
What to do if you think someone is overdosing
If you suspect someone has overdosed, call 911 immediately. Administer naloxone (Narcan) if available, lay the person on their side to prevent choking, and try to keep them awake and breathing until emergency assistance arrives.
What is naloxone?
Naloxone (Narcan) is a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Floridians can find naloxone for their community by calling DOH-Monroe at 305-293-7500.
The Florida Department of Health’s Helping Emergency Responders Obtain Support (HEROS) program provides naloxone to emergency response agencies throughout the state. Any Florida agency that employs licensed emergency responders may apply to the HEROS program.
If you or a loved one need help
The Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) Network is the first of its kind in the U.S. and aims to eliminate the stigma of addiction and treat substance use disorder as a disease, with the same level of continuous care. Floridians battling addiction can use the CORE Network for stabilization and to receive medication-assisted treatment from a network of specialized medical experts that will help guide them on a sustained pathway to healthy success.Spearheaded by First Lady Casey DeSantis, “The Facts. Your Future” campaign focuses on supporting students statewide to ensure they receive prevention instruction and encouragement to protect and maintain their health, avoid substance misuse, and discourage risky behaviors so they can thrive and flourish for life. This campaign is an interactive approach to ensure students are informed and can make safe decisions as they grow.
The events will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the following locations:
Key Largo library, 101485 Overseas Highway, Key Largo.
Islamorada library, 81830 Overseas Highway, Islamorada.
Marathon library, 3490 Overseas Highway, Marathon.
Key West library, 700 Fleming St, Key West.
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