Health Minister hopes to make drug more accessible
A review is underway which could make a drug which reverses the effects of an opioid overdose more accessible.
Health minister David Ashford confirmed work is underway which would allow naloxone to be prescribed by any practitioner.
Since being introduced, 87 kits have been issued, with six being used.
Mr Ashford admitted not everyone who has been offered a kit has undergone training:
Drug and alcohol charity sees drop off in donations
Motiv8 cites closures of local gaming businesses
Douglas Council rules out rent-to-buy scheme
The suggestion was made following an announcement the authority would sell some of its housing stock
Public Health warns D&V is circulating on the Island
It's issued advice for those experiencing symptoms
Improvements being made as part of ongoing RDCH work
A pest control issue is currently being