Never Use Alone Inc has a 24/7 National Overdose Response Line for anyone in the United States. One of the operators will stay on the phone with you while you are using drugs. In the case of an overdose emergency, they will call emergency medical services to help increase your odds of survival. (Click here to read the FAQ)
o Breathing is slow or has stopped
o Loud snoring or gurgling sounds
o Discoloration of lips and nails (blue color)
o Cold or clammy skin
o Pupils extremely small
1. Call 911
2. Remove device from packaging and place the tip in the nostril. Do not test spray beforehand!
3. Press button firmly.
4. Check breathing.
5. If they are not breathing: Provide CPR, if trained. Follow 911 directions over the phone.
6. If they are breathing: Move the person to their left side in the recovery position.
The hand supports the head, and the knee stops the body from rolling onto stomach.
7. If the person doesn’t respond in 2 minutes: Return to step 2 and give second dose. If the person still doesn’t respond, give additional Narcan, if available.
The HERO system collects anonymous information on how naloxone is being used in Pima County. We are committed to your privacy. This survey is meant to collect data for each time naloxone is used. This data will help direct more resources to our community and increase awareness to end overdose deaths.
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Pima Helpline is a community-driven and community-made resource. We realize that everybody needs support for mental health, substance use, or addiction at some point in their life. We also know that looking for treatment can be confusing and scary.
We believe that it should be easy for Pima County residents to find help for mental health, substance use, and addiction. To achieve this, we created Pima Helpline as a centralized place to find mental health and addiction treatment, services, and support.