This is an academic paper that evaluated an intervention in Missouri to educate law enforcement and other first responders on the risks of fentanyl exposure, where misinformation has led to amplified fears of incidental exposure and possible delays in responding to overdoses. This pilot program showed positive results in correcting first responders’ potentially dangerous misconception that they can overdose from touching fentanyl.
Resource Type
Peer-reviewed Articles and Reports
Continuum of Care
Harm Reduction
Response Approach
Educational
Overdose prevention
Peer-reviewed Article
Citation
Winograd, R.P., Phillips, S., Wood, C.A., et al. (2020). Training to reduce emergency responders' perceived overdose risk from contact with fentanyl: early evidence of success. Harm Reduction Journal, 17(1), 58.
State / region
Midwest
Missouri