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Newton County Launches Naloxone Vending Machine to Combat Opioid Crisis

6/27/2025

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In a bold move to tackle the opioid crisis, the Newton County Sheriff’s Office has unveiled a naloxone vending machine, enhancing access to this vital overdose-reversal medication. With Georgia facing over 15,000 overdose incidents since 2024, including 173 in Newton County, officials stress naloxone's critical role in recovery and call for its widespread availability throughout the state.

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In a bold move to tackle the opioid crisis, the Newton County Sheriff’s Office has unveiled a naloxone vending machine, enhancing access to this vital overdose-reversal medication. With Georgia facing over 15,000 overdose incidents since 2024, including 173 in Newton County, officials stress naloxone's critical role in recovery and call for its widespread availability throughout the state.