Dane County health officials issue alert after 5 overdoses reported in less than 24 hours
MADISON, Wis. — Public Health Madison and Dane County issued a public health alert Tuesday after at least five overdose-related emergency medical services incidents were reported in less than 24 Dane County and Public Health Madison have issued a public health alert after at least five overdose-related emergency medical services incidents were reported within 24 hours. Several calls involved cocaine use, but symptoms were consistent with opioid overdoses. The composition of street drugs may have changed, or drugs may contain a mix of stimulants, opioids, fentanyl or other synthetic substances. Officials recommend testing all drugs for fentanyl and testing opioids for xylazine before use. Fentanyl test strips and naloxone are available through the department’s Syringe Services Program. The Behavioral Health Resource Center of Dane County can provide treatment and recovery resources.
Pubblicato : 16 ore fa di Samantha Calderon in Health
MADISON, Wis. — Public Health Madison and Dane County issued a public health alert Tuesday after at least five overdose-related emergency medical services incidents were reported in less than 24 hours... [1116 symbols]
