Old Newspaper Boxes Now Distribute Life-Saving Narcan

Repurposed newspaper dispensers provide free naloxone to combat opioid overdoses across 35 states.

Naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, is now available over-the-counter and distributed through repurposed newspaper boxes.
Sixty Narcan receptacles were distributed in honor of 'Save a Life Day,' a naloxone distribution and education event.
Opioid-related deaths saw a decline from 85,000 in April 2023 to 75,000 in April 2024, partly due to increased Narcan accessibility.
Community organizations are using these boxes to reduce stigma and provide essential health care without judgment.
The initiative, which started in West Virginia, has expanded to 35 states, making naloxone more accessible in neighborhoods, hospitals, and convenience stores.