Attention Lubbock: Interested in saving lives? The city is notifying all residents of the upcoming Narcan training course in March. Each attendee will receive a free Narcan kit and instructions on how to administer life-saving treatment to overdose victims.<\/p>\n
Where and When is the Training Course?<\/p>\n
The free event, hosted by Lubbock Public Health’s Prevention Resource Center in partnership with Central Plains Center, will take place at 2015 50th St.<\/a> at the Lubbock Public Health building.<\/p>\n Doors open for the training course at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, according to the City of Lubbock website<\/a>.<\/p>\n Read More:\u00a0Lubbock Shots: Tetanus, Shingles, Flu for Adults Over 50<\/a>Learn What Narcan Is and How to Administer It<\/p>\n This event is meant to train citizens and educate members of the community in recognizing signs of opioid overdoses as well as how to respond effectively as a bystander.<\/p>\n Each participant will also receive a free Naloxone (Narcan) kit<\/a> to hold on to until it is needed.<\/p>\n What is Naloxone (Narcan)?<\/p>\n Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a medicine that attaches to opioid receptors and reverses the effects of an overdose<\/a>. It should only be administered during an active overdose and will immediately restore the person to normal breathing if it has stopped or slowed.<\/p>\n Naloxone can be given via a nasal spray or as an injection directly into the muscle.<\/p>\n You can read more about Naloxone drug facts from the National Institute on Drug Abuse web page<\/a>.<\/p>\n Telltale Signs of Opioid Overdose<\/p>\n Opioids, such as heroin, fentanyl, Vicodin, codeine, and morphine, often require only small amounts to lead to overdose, depending on the person. If you see a known opioid user frequently nodding out, slurring their speech, experiencing droopy muscles, or their pupils are clearly smaller than normal, they may be on the road to an overdose.<\/p>\n Common signs of an active overdose<\/a> include the following:<\/p>\n Loss of consciousnessBeing awake but unable to speakHaving slowed or nonexistent breathingHaving slowed or nonexistent heartbeatChoking or making gurgling noisesHaving a limp bodyHaving a pale or clammy faceHaving blue fingernails and lips<\/p>\n If you witness any of these signs in a known opioid user, you should take the proper actions like calling 911 or administering Narcan.<\/p>\n Exotic Animals You Can Legally Own in Texas<\/p>\n Texas has an estimated 7.2 million dogs, more than any other state. But perhaps you\u2019re interested in branching out a bit and adding a less common exotic pet to your home.<\/p>\n Granted a few of these exotics are regulated and will require permits.<\/p>\n The Worst Spiders Found in Texas in 2025<\/p>\n You will want to avoid these spiders in Texas if at all possible<\/p>\n