The Wood County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (WCADAMHS) Board installed three preventative NarcanTM vending machines throughout Wood County in August.
The three vending machine sites include the Wood County Health Department, 1840 E. Gypsy Lane Road, Bowling Green; Midwest Recovery Center, North Baltimore; and Harbor, 800 Commerce Drive, Perrysburg.
NarcanTM, the nasal spray equivalent of naloxone, is a medication approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose. The medication cannot harm individuals nor can it give anyone a “high.” It can only reverse the effects of an opiate overdose. Individuals should always dial 911 after administering NarcanTM and/or if it is an emergency other than an opiate overdose.
To utilize any machine, individuals are to dial 419-567-“NO OD” (6663), then be asked a series of anonymous, basic demographic questions. They will then be given a four-digit code to use at the machine to dispense. Preparing by calling prior to approaching the machine is encouraged, but not required. The vending machines are designed to be for preventative use ONLY – not during active emergencies This service does not replace 911. Vending codes will only be provided during regular WCADAMHS business hours and closed on major holidays. Additional opiate treatment resources will be provided during the call.
The placement and maintenance of the machines is a collaboration of the board, with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OMHAS) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
The role of the WCADAMHS Board is to plan, fund and monitor services for people with serious and persistent mental illness and alcohol and other drug addictions throughout the county. The WCADAMHS Board and its member agencies are committed to providing the community with the highest quality of care. Most services offered are partially supported by Wood County levy funds and are accessible to all residents. Some services are provided, without cost, while others have a fee based on the ability to pay.
Learn more at wcadamh.org or follow @WCADAMHSBoard on Facebook and Instagram.
