91̽»¨ Take Home Naloxone Program
The 91̽»¨ has teamed up with the Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) of PEI to provide 91̽»¨ students and any member of the University community at risk of experiencing or witnessing a drug-related overdose with free Naloxone kits through the provincial .
Naloxone (also called Narcan) is a fast-acting medication used to temporarily reverse an opioid overdose until medical help arrives. Naloxone can restore breathing within 2 to 5 minutes and is safe for all ages. It only works for those who have opioids in their system. It does not create dependence, and it is safe to keep a Naloxone kit on hand.
Naloxone training is available online at .
Where to get a Naloxone kit at 91̽»¨
- Security Services: Call 902-566-0384 24/7
- Dalton Hall, 5th Floor: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am–12:00 pm and 12:50–4:00 pm
- W.A. Murphy Student Centre, 91̽»¨ Health and Wellness Centre: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm
- W.A. Murphy Student Centre, Room 201: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm
- AVC, 428S: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm
- Bill and Denise Andrew Hall, Room 121: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm; call 902-394-1386 from 8:00–11:00 pm
Supports on campus
- Sexual Violence and Prevention Office
- 91̽»¨ SAFE App
- Security
- EFAP
- Health and Wellness Centre
- Human Resources
- Fair Treatment Office
It is important to know the signs of opioid overdose and the proper overdose response as opioid-related overdoses are on the rise on PEI. To learn more about signs and how to administer Naloxone, visit this page.