GetNaloxoneNow.org Dissemination and Implementation Pilot
Funded by: Center for Drug Use and HIV Research
Project dates: April 2015 - June 2016
Principal Investigator: Simmons, JanieProject dates: April 2015 - June 2016
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The overall aim of this project was to evaluate the dissemination, acceptability and impact of two NIDA-funded online overdose prevention trainings to potential bystanders and professional first responders (police, firefighters and EMTs), nationwide. The project provided pilot data for a subsequent NIH proposal to disseminate and implement online overdose prevention training in collaboration with other states or locales throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Related Publications
Simmons J, Rajan S, Goldsamt LA, Elliott L (2018). Implementation of online opioid prevention, recognition and response trainings for laypeople: Year 1 survey results
Substance Use and Misuse, 53 (12), 1997-2002. doi: 10.1080/10826084.2018.1451891. PMCID: PMC6240473.
Simmons J, Rajan S, Goldsamt L, Elliott L (2016).
Implementation of online opioid overdose prevention, recognition and response trainings for professional first responders: Year 1 survey results
Drug and Alcohol Dependence, 169, 1-4. doi: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2016.10.003. PMCID: PMC5140716.