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Recommendation 56
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National naloxone programme absent in England despite clear evidence of lifesaving effects.
Conclusion
The evidence on the lifesaving effects of naloxone in counteracting opioid- related overdose is clear. We welcome the national naloxone programmes in the devolved nations but are concerned that no such programme exists in England. We also welcome the joint working between the Government and the devolved Drugs 79 administrations to expand access to naloxone. However, progress is slow. The need to expand and embed naloxone within services and communities is crucial to saving as many lives from opioid-related overdose as possible.
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Government Response
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