Board declares August 2026 Overdose Awareness and Prevention Month
The board adopted a resolution declaring August 2026 Overdose Awareness and Prevention Month after a presentation by Sarah Daniel of the Behavioral Health Advisory Board, citing ongoing local impacts of overdose and the October 2024 state of emergency related to fentanyl.
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Sarah Daniel of the Alpine County Behavioral Health Advisory Board presented a resolution asking the board to designate August 2026 as Overdose Awareness and Prevention Month. Daniel recited findings noting overdose affects people of all backgrounds, can have lasting impacts on families and communities, and that low‑barrier treatment and widespread distribution of naloxone (Narcan) can significantly reduce overdose deaths.
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