Charleston County, S.C. — In response to a recent spike in overdoses, the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office is reminding the community about the availability of Narcan stands located throughout the county. The initiative comes after six overdoses were reported in just an eight-hour span on Wednesday, with two of the incidents being fatal.
Recent Overdose Surge and Narcan’s Role
The sheriff’s office highlighted that two of the overdoses involved heroin, with one resulting in a fatality. In light of this increase, law enforcement is emphasizing the importance of Narcan, a life-saving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, including those caused by heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioids.
Narcan is a pre-filled nasal spray that can be administered by anyone without any specialized training or authorization, making it accessible in emergencies.
Locations of Narcan Stands
Charleston County has set up several Narcan stands across the area for public access. These stands are regularly stocked to ensure that anyone in need can quickly obtain the medication. The locations of the Narcan stands include:
Positive Vibes: 3355 Rivers Ave., North Charleston
Consign Charleston: 1610 Sam Rittenburg Blvd., West Ashley
Folly Beach Fire Department: 106 W. Cooper Ave., Folly Beach
College of Charleston Police Department: 89 St. Philips St., Charleston
Econo Lodge: 7415 Northside Drive, North Charleston
Al Cannon Detention Center Lobby: 3841 Leeds Ave., North Charleston (gravity-fed machine)
Privacy and Availability
The Narcan stands are designed to be easily accessible, and no records are taken regarding who uses the stands or how often. The primary goal is to ensure that individuals at risk of overdose can obtain Narcan as quickly as possible.
Call for Community Action
Sheriff’s deputies urge the community to take note of the Narcan stands and to use the resources available in the event of an overdose. The rise in overdose cases across Charleston County underscores the urgency of making Narcan widely available to help save lives.
