Narcan Training Date Announced for 9/25/18 Sea Cliff Village Hall

In 2017, an estimated 600 people on Long Island died from overdoses, which was a ten percent increase versus 2016. Many people who become addicted to prescription opioid painkillers (any medication ending in “odone” is an easily addictive opioid) turn to illegal opioids like heroin and fentanyl when their doctors stop prescribing opioids.

On Tuesday, September 25, Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton is sponsoring a Narcan training session to be hosted by Sea Cliff Mayor Ed Lieberman. The event will be held at the Sea Cliff Village Hall from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton is grateful to the Village of Sea Cliff for their support behind the Narcan training program.

A recent Siena College poll revealed that 54 percent of New York residents said they have been touched by the opioid epidemic, whether it be a family member or work colleague who has abused opioids.

“Although the opioid epidemic is still claiming too many lives, because Narcan is reversing more overdoses, deaths are thankfully declining,” Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton said. “I’m proud of all of the work I do as a legislator, but this is the most critical since it is saving lives. I implore everyone to attend these Narcan training sessions. The more people who are trained and have a kit, the more lives we can save.”

Sea Cliff Mayor Ed Lieberman added "I wish to thank Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton for her dedicated efforts in bringing this very important program to our village. This is another example of our government - working together - bringing needed services and information to the people we serve."

“The opioid epidemic on Long Island is real, as overdose deaths are occurring on a daily basis. With basic Narcan training, nonmedical professionals such as family members, friends, and bystanders can recognize an overdose and save a life. I encourage all residents to take advantage of this opportunity granted by Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton and attend this potentially life changing training,” said Sea Cliff Village Administrator, Bruce Kennedy.

Everyone in attendance (18 years or older) will receive a Narcan kit and a certificate. There is no fee for the training or kit, but registration is required to ensure there are enough Narcan kits. Please register with Delia’s office at 516-571-6211 or online at nassaucountyny.gov/overdosetraining. To learn about the warning signs of heroin and other opioid abuse and prevention, visit http://www.heroinprevention.com.

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Narcan kit that is provided to all registrants completing the training.