On Wednesday, April 8, the Uncas Health District will take part in Save A Life Day, a statewide effort focused on naloxone training, overdose prevention, and public education.
Held during National Public Health Week, Save A Life Day gives people a simple, practical way to learn how to respond in an overdose emergency. The goal is clear: help more people recognize the signs of an opioid overdose, know what to do, and feel prepared to use naloxone if needed.
As part of this effort, Uncas Health District will host a free drop-in naloxone training from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Mohegan Fire House, 2029 Norwich New London Turnpike, Uncasville. Community members can stop in at any time during those hours. No long program, no special background, and no complicated process — just an opportunity to learn something that could help save a life. Questions can be directed to [email protected].
Save A Life Day is about giving people the knowledge and confidence to act. Naloxone is a medication used to reverse an opioid overdose, and training helps people understand when and how to use it. For many families, friends, coworkers, and neighbors, that kind of information can make a real difference in a critical moment.
While Uncas Health District is proud to bring this training opportunity to our community, this is also part of a broader effort happening across Connecticut. Health departments and districts across the state are participating in Save A Life Day, demonstrating a shared commitment to overdose prevention and community education.
At its core, Save A Life Day is about preparedness, awareness, and reducing stigma. It is a reminder that overdose prevention is not just for medical professionals or emergency responders. Everyday people can learn these skills too — and that knowledge matters.
The Uncas Health District encourages community members to visit the Mohegan Fire House on April 8th and help save lives.