Wheaton, IL – Residents in Wheaton and surrounding DuPage County communities can now access free Narcan overdose-reversal kits at two city locations, as part of an ongoing public health effort to combat opioid-related emergencies.
According to the City of Wheaton Government, Narcan Takeaway Boxes are available no questions asked and without providing personal information, making access quick and discreet for anyone who may need the life-saving medication.
Narcan, also known as naloxone, is a nasal spray designed to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose and can be administered by bystanders before first responders arrive.
The kits are currently available at the following locations:
- Wheaton Police Department
900 W. Liberty Drive
Available 24/7 inside the front vestibule - Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross Street
Located inside the east entrance during all library hours
City officials say the goal is to reduce overdose deaths by increasing public access to Narcan, especially in emergency situations where minutes can make the difference between life and death.
The initiative aligns with broader efforts across DuPage County and the Chicago metropolitan area to address opioid misuse through prevention, education, and harm reduction strategies.
Each Narcan kit includes easy-to-follow instructions, allowing individuals with no medical training to administer the medication safely. Additional guidance on how to recognize an overdose and properly use naloxone is available through HOPE DuPage.
Residents can learn more about Narcan use and overdose response at: https://www.hopedupage.org/175/Using-Naloxone
Community members are encouraged to pick up a kit even if they don’t anticipate needing one, as overdoses can occur unexpectedly at home or in public spaces.
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