Fentanyl and Opioids: Preventing Overdoses and Related Emergencies at K-12 and Higher Education Campuses

Link

https://rems.ed.gov/docs/Opioid-Fact-Sheet-508C.pdf

Sponsor

Office of Safe and Supportive Schools (OSSS)
Product of the Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools (REMS) Technical Assistance Center funded by OSSS.

Description

Fact sheet detailing a 6-step planning process to help schools and institutions of higher education develop or update emergency operation plans (EOPs) to address overdose and other potential threats and issues resulting from fentanyl and opioid misuse. Discusses the 5 mission areas of preparedness for opioid-related emergencies and the effects of the opioid crisis on school-aged children, young adults, and school safety. Includes links to additional resources and information to aid in the development of school EOPs, and programs and activities to prepare for and respond to an opioid overdose.

Date

09/2023

Geographic Coverage

Nationwide

Topics

Colleges and Universities • Emergency Planning • Harm Reduction • Naloxone • Opioids • Overdose Prevention • Schools • Substance Use Disorder • Youth