February 2026

On February 28, 2026 the Narcare Las Vegas chapter hosted a free Narcan training event open to all. We provided tools such as narcan, CPR masks, and a first aid kit to show others to effectively recognize opioid overdose and respond accordingly. Each participant gained useful knowledge about the most common opioids and learned how to save someone struggling with an opioid overdose. The event was very successful, with an increased turnout and more people leaving with useful information.

On February 13, 2026 the Narcare University of Oregon chapter organized a volunteer opportunity for its members with CORE Eugene. CORE is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to supporting unhoused and marginalized youth in different areas of the country. At this event, members volunteered to make harm reduction kits for the underserved youth communities and spread awareness about opioid and drug overdose.

On February 11, 2026 the Narcare Puget Sound chapter hosted an in person and virtual panel for all students on UW campus. Three public health nurses (Molly Bosch, Penelope Toland, and Marin Strong) were invited to share their opinions and experiences with patients who had opioid addictions and disorders. All three nurses have extensive experience in this field and shared how important it is to prevent future opioid related deaths. The goal of MOUD 101 was to inform others about how effective MOUD is and how this treatment can effectively save someone struggling from an opioid or drug overdose.

Narcare has launched a new brief-writing initiative to produce concise, evidence-based publications on critical public health and harm reduction topics. These briefs summarize emerging research, policy changes, and on-the-ground developments into clear, accessible summaries for communities and campus partners. Our goal is to reduce misinformation, strengthen health literacy, and ensure local leaders are equipped with accurate guidance.

Our policy team is actively advancing strategies to reduce opioid use disorder risk among incarcerated and recently released individuals. We are researching barriers to medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD), engaging stakeholders across Washington, and identifying policies that strengthen reentry support and overdose prevention. This work is focused on practical solutions that improve long term care and reduce preventable deaths.

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