NS CARES (Community Action to Reduce and Prevent Existing and Future Substance Use) at NSHD is focused on educating and empowering the community to save lives through harm reduction and substance use prevention. Our goal is to provide essential resources that help reduce risks and save lives.

Naloxone (Narcan) is an easy-to-use medication that reverses poisonings from opioids (including fentanyl, heroin and prescription medication) and is for everyone.
✴ Naloxone is safe for use by everyone, including older adults, pregnant folks, kids, and pets.
✴ Think of naloxone as first aid—it can save a life, just like CPR or an AED.
✴ Many people carry naloxone to be prepared in case someone needs it.

NSHD offers FREE, short training sessions on how to use naloxone and fentanyl/xylazine test strips, along with a free box of naloxone and test strips for businesses, community members, and residents.

FREE Naloxone in the North Shore:

• North Shore Health Department from Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (5901 N. Milwaukee River Parkway, Glendale, WI 53209)
• North Shore Public Health Vending Machine at Glendale City Hall from Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, and select Thursday evenings when court is in session (5909 N. Milwaukee River Parkway, Glendale, WI 53209)
• Brown Deer Village Hall Emergency Overdose Kit Lobby Box available 24/7 (if doors are locked, please press the outside buzzer) (4800 W. Green Brook Dr., Brown Deer, WI 53223)

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Interested in learning more or receiving naloxone training? To schedule online, scan the QR code below, visit our online naloxone training schedule, call our office or walk in (appointment prefered to ensure our trainer is onsite).

If you would like more details or to schedule a training session at your location or for a time not listed, please contact Tanya at 414-371-2980.