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UAMS providing free NARCAN kits this weekend

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently distributed free naloxone kits to its staff members, marking a proactive step in combatting overdose fatalities. These kits contain two 4 mg nasal-spray doses of naloxone, aiming to empower individuals to respond effectively in emergency overdose situations. With prescription fills for naloxone quadrupling in Arkansas over the past year, the growing availability of this rescue drug reflects a broader trend in addressing the opioid crisis and saving lives. UAMS’s initiative underscores the importance of equipping individuals with the tools needed to prevent avoidable deaths in the community.

Applications for wild land fire suppression kits accepted through Sept. 30

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Arkansas is now accepting applications for wildland fire suppression kits, offering individuals the opportunity to participate in combating increasingly frequent wildfires. These kits are essential for not only extinguishing fires, but also for managing them to achieve specific objectives like vegetation reduction and improving wildlife habitats. The complexity of wildland fire suppression involves various techniques and considerations, such as breaking the fire triangle and utilizing different attack methods based on factors like flame lengths and fuel conditions.