The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is giving out free naloxone kits at its local offices across the state to help prevent opioid overdose deaths. The medication can quickly reverse an overdose and has already helped lower overdose deaths statewide by 35% since ’23. Health officials say Michigan’s expanding access to naloxone is saving lives. Funded through national opioid settlement dollars, Michigan expects to receive more than $1.8 billion by 2040 to support recovery and prevention efforts. Residents can pick up free naloxone during business hours at the local MDHHS office while supplies last.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
