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We recommend those struggling with opioids and their loved ones become familiar with NARCAN® (one of the most commons forms of Naloxone) and how to administer it. Be sure to research your state's laws regarding pharmacy access or get help from a coach, pharmacist or other provider. Below are several resources for Naloxone, Fentanyl testing strips and more.

• The National Harm Reduction Coalition has a national list of Narcan providers as well as other harm reduction programs that can offer additional supplies.
• NEXT Distro has affiliates in most states who provide Naloxone. They also have lists of local and national harm reduction-oriented resources you can access.
• The Chris Atwood Foundation is a peer-driven community organization that mails Naloxone at no cost after the completion of a brief training video and quiz.
• The North American Syringe Exchange Network has a list of needle exchange programs throughout the country.
• Fentanyl test strips can be used to test almost anything. They can purchased from resources like DanceSafe, Dose Test or Bunk Police. The procedure for using test strips is very simple and only takes 15 seconds to see a result. Learn how to use test strips here.
• If you decide to use drugs while you’re by yourself, please consider utilizing the Never Use Alone Hotline. This national hotline is available 24/7, run by trained volunteers and is an excellent, life-saving resource.

Resources for children and adolescents under the age of 18 are hard to come by. We'll continue identifying and vetting resources we come across and will share them here.

High (This is a great read for teenagers and their parents.)
Floating Away: A Book to Help Children Understand Addiction
Hey, Kiddo: A Graphic Novel