Charleston County, S.C. – In an effort to reduce overdose cases during the long holiday weekend, the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is reminding the community about Narcan distribution stands located throughout the county.
The sheriff’s office has noted an alarming spike in overdose incidents, with six overdoses reported on Wednesday, including two fatalities. Authorities highlighted that heroin was involved in two of the cases, one of which was deadly.
Narcan Distribution Locations
Narcan, an opioid overdose reversal medication, is available for free at the following locations in Charleston County:
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 Dr., North Charleston
Al Cannon Detention Center Lobby – 3841 Leeds Ave., North Charleston
These stands are part of a broader initiative funded through the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund, in partnership with the Charleston Center. The Narcan provided is a pre-filled nasal spray that can be used by anyone, regardless of medical training, to reverse opioid overdoses.
The Importance of Narcan
“Narcan is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids—including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioids—when administered quickly,” said the CCSO.
No records are kept of who uses Narcan or how often it is used, ensuring that the distribution stands are not used for investigative purposes.
Support and Resources
To further assist the community, the sheriff’s office encourages individuals to download the Bridge2Hope App, offering up-to-date resources for substance use and harm reduction. The app is currently available for iPhone, with an Android version coming soon.
For those struggling with substance abuse and addiction, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline is available at 1-800-662-4357, and the National Drug Helpline can be reached at 1-844-289-0879.
