May 9, 2024

A hand holding naloxone with the text: Expect Fentanyl; Naloxone can stop an overdose; Protect your friends. Visit a student health center to get naloxone and learn how to use it. Or ask an adult you trust.
One of the posters that will be on outdoor bus shelters near schools

Student Health Centers provide education on overdose prevention, prescriptions for Narcan nasal spray, and training on how to use it for youth ages 15-18 and with parental consent for youth under 14 years.

Do you think you may be around anyone who uses drugs or any medications without a prescription?   

YES     NO

Are you interested in receiving a prescription for Narcan today?   

YES       NO

If you answer yes to both of these questions you can access our training and get Narcan at any of our nine Student Health Centers. If you are a current client, request an appointment. If you are new to Student Health Centers, we’ll need to register you for services and then we can make an appointment for you. Call your nearest center: Locations and hours»

The Multnomah County Health Department recently launched a fentanyl awareness campaign focused on preventing young people from initiating use of non-prescription drugs and dying of drug overdoses. The campaign, which is part of the County’s 90-day emergency response, centers on education and awareness for Portland-area youth ages 13-20.