Harm reduction is a set of ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with substance misuse for individuals, their families and communities by meeting people where they are. The practice extends to many services including disease prevention, syringe exchange, safer use practices and linking people to housing, food access, insurance, medical care, substance use treatment and behavioral health services. Harm reduction practices are used by everybody, every day. -Kentucky Department for Public Health
The Marshall County Health Department has naloxone available to the public, at no charge. Also, we can provide linkages to critical services such as substance use treatment options, HIV and viral hepatitis screenings, vaccinations and social and behavioral health services.
If you are interested in receiving naloxone or information about other services in our area, please contact Rebecca Kindhart at 270-252-2725 or rebecca.kindhart@mchpd.org