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Half Million Naloxone Doses Saved Lives | Salt Lake City News
Utah Naloxone just hit a major milestone: over half a million doses distributed, credited with reversing nearly 15,000 overdoses. This grassroots success—powered by healthcare workers, first responders, schools, businesses, and everyday citizens—shows how community action can save lives. Since Utah expanded naloxone access beyond medical settings, overdose deaths have dropped. Founders like Dr. Jennifer Plumb highlight that the real heroes are often friends, family, or recovery advocates carrying the lifesaving medication—proving that when a whole state comes together, ordinary people become…
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