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Free Naloxone Kits Will Be Given Out Tuesday In Ambler

Residents can get free kits containing the opioid overdose reversal drug, as well as resources in the ongoing fight against the epidemic.

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AMBLER, PA — A free naloxone distribution and education event will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 17 in Ambler.

Kits containing the opioid reversal drug will be available. Experts will also be on hand to discuss exactly what Naloxone is, how to use it, and to provide more resources in the ongoing fight against the opioid epidemic.

The event, organized by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, will take place at St. Anthony's of Padua Parish from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Advance registration is required, and can be completed online here.

St. Anthony's is located on 259 Forest Avenue in Ambler.

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