Michigan jail’s vending machine dispenses naloxone to discharged inmates
PONTIAC, Mich. — Inmates discharged from a Michigan jail have the option to obtain free naloxone rescue kits, authorities said. >> Read more trending newsThe vending machine at the Oakland County Jail in Pontiac was recently installed in the discharge area of the facility, WJBK reported. Naloxone, commonly referred to as Narcan, is used to reverse an opioid overdose, the television station reported. “We have seen a significant increase in opioid deaths and instances where law enforcement is called on during a crisis,” Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said in a statement. We have an opportunity to save lives and provide a second chance.”Overdose-reversing drug naloxone will be offered for free to inmates being discharged from the Oakland County Jail.
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