Footscray gets overdose drug dispenser

Key points

• A 24-7 naloxone dispensing machine has been installed at cohealth in Footscray, one of three new machines across Victoria. The machines give out free nasal spray naloxone, which temporarily reverses opioid overdoses and can be used by anyone following the packaging instructions.
• The new machines are part of a $95.1 million statewide plan, with 17 dispensers now operating across the state. Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt said free naloxone available around the clock lets anyone act during an overdose until emergency help arrives.
• Hospital emergency departments and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations can now also distribute free naloxone.