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Durham approves SAMHSA grant amendment funding naloxone distribution; public raises homelessness concerns
Summary
The board unanimously approved a budget amendment to accept year‑four SAMHSA funds for EMS overdose response and community paramedic work; public commenter urged more action on street homelessness and fires, and EMS staff said the funds support naloxone distribution and field treatment with HEART referrals.
Durham County commissioners voted Dec. 8 to approve a budget ordinance amendment recognizing year‑four funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) under the First Responders Comprehensive Addiction Recovery Act.
County staff said the award supports EMS programs that distribute naloxone, start treatment for opioid use disorder in the field,…
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