OD Free Marin

Reducing the RISK of Drug Overdose In Our County

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Behind every prescription there is a person.

Fentanyl Crisis Prevention Information

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid up to 100 times stronger than morphine, is now the leading cause of U.S. overdose deaths, often hidden in counterfeit pills and other drugs. Even tiny amounts can be fatal. Expanding public awareness, access to naloxone (Narcan), and community prevention efforts is crucial to saving lives and curbing this crisis.

Where to get Naloxone in Marin

Find locations where you can obtain free naloxone via vending machines, nalox-boxes, and partner distribution sites across Marin County using our interactive map.  

Fentanyl Crisis and Narcan Overdose Prevention Guide for Families and Communities

From rehabnet.com The opioid epidemic continues to devastate communities across the United States. Provisional data for 2024 released in 2025 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Vital Statistics System predicts a decline in drug overdose deaths compared to previous years. Yet the numbers remain alarmingly high, with about 87,000 overdose deaths recorded between November 2023 and November 2024,…

Behind Every Prescription is a Person

Have you ever gone to a Marin pharmacy to pick up a life-saving medication, only to be shamed by the person at the counter, told you shouldn’t still be on that drug, or made to feel like a burden? If you’re taking buprenorphine, suboxone, or another medication for addiction treatment (MAT), this may sound all too familiar. On the other…

Introducing Ann-Marie Yongho

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” This proverb was shared with us by Ann-Marie, our new Public Health Division Director for Community Health and Prevention. As she steps into her role, Ann-Marie emphasizes the importance of partnership, trust, and community in addressing today’s complex public health challenges. Ann-Marie brings 20…