Free Narcan Offered At Cinnaminson Walmart Amid Addiction Battle

CINNAMINSON, NJ — The opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone (commonly called Narcan) will be available for free to residents without a prescription at a Walmart in Cinnaminson from Sept. 24-26 as part of a statewide effort to combat the opioid crisis. The Cinnaminson Walmart is located at 2501 Route 130 South.

"The opioid crisis is one that New Jersey will continue to try to combat to help reduce the abuse of these drugs," Cinnaminson police said in a social media post announcing the free distribution.

Naloxone blocks the opioids' impact on the brain, thus reversing the effects of an overdose, officials said. Those who obtain naloxone will also be given information regarding addiction treatment and recovery. The naloxone will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.

For other participating pharmacies throughout the state, visit nj.gov/humanservices/stopoverdoses.

For information regarding any of the county's other addiction services and programs, contact the Office of Mental Health & Addiction at 856-374-6320 or visit camdencounty.com.