HB 170 expands the list of licensed health professionals, emergency responders, or peace officers who may prescribe or administer naloxone (commonly known as Narcan), a pharmaceutical drug used to counter the effects of an opioid overdose. The bill also allows for certain health professionals to provide nasal naloxone to any person, family member, or friend … Continue reading HB 170 – Opioid Overdose-Prevention Prescription Access (2013-2014)