August is Overdose Awareness Month
Overdose Awareness Month is a crucial time to raise awareness about the opioid crisis and the importance of harm reduction strategies. Throughout August, we come together to:
Provide an opportunity for people to publicly mourn loved ones
Send a strong message to people who use drugs and people in recovery that they are valued
Inform people around the world about the risk of drug overdose
Provide basic information on the range of support services that are available
Prevent and reduce drug-related harm by supporting evidence-based practice
You can play a vital role in saving lives and fostering a safer community by actively participating in our events and accessing free resources like speaking to a peer, obtaining naloxone, and using fentanyl test strips. Join us in this meaningful movement as we strive to make a difference, empower individuals, and build a future where compassion and understanding prevail. Together, we can create positive change and ensure that no one walks this journey alone.
Bee prepared. Prevent overdoses.
Naloxone can reverse an overdose from opioids, including heroin, illicitly manufactured fentanyl and fentanyl analogs, and prescription opioid medications. Often given as a nasal spray, naloxone is safe and easy to use (click here to learn how).
You should carry naloxone if
You or someone you know is at increased risk for opioid overdose, especially those with opioid use disorder (OUD).
You or someone you know are taking high-dose opioid medications prescribed by a doctor.
You or someone you know have both opioid and benzodiazepines prescriptions, or use illicit substances like heroin or fentanyl.
Unsure of your supply? Check the Vibe!
If you or someone you know uses club drugs (such as cocaine, MDMA, or ecstasy), it’s important to use fentanyl testing strips on your party supplies to ensure they are safe for use, and lower your chance of overdose. Find a time to meet up with a member of our Bee the Vibe team to pick up FREE fentanyl testing strips before your next *trip*.
JOIN THE VIBE AT OUR UPCOMING EVENTS
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Resource Fair
August 11th, 1-3 PM at 4242 Delaware St.
Join over 10+ organizations and programs offering resources, information and services to help people access care that is accessible this Overdose Awareness Month.
No RSVP is required, and everyone is welcome!
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Movie Night
August 18th, 7 PM at 4242 Delaware St.
Bring your family and friends to our outdoor movie night with Bee the Vibe! Free food is available for all who attend.
No RSVP is required, and everyone is welcome!
More details to come!
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Overdose Awareness Day Memorial Service
August 30th, 5:30 PM at the Denver Botanical Garden
Join us for our Overdose Awareness Day memorial service, as we remember those we’ve lost to overdose, acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind, and renew our commitment to end overdose and related harms.
This event is ticketed with priority for MHBHC clients.
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