Opioid overdoses: Risk factors, signs and saving lives

This webinar is for individuals who wish to learn more about factors that increase an individuals' risk of opioid overdose, identify signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and understand the pros and cons of different naloxone formulations. We will review resources patients may use to access naloxone, describe legal considerations for prescribing and dispensing naloxone in Minnesota and discuss available naloxone and opioid resources for healthcare providers and patients.

Presenter 

Laura Palombi, PharmD, MPH, MAT, is the associate dean for students and an associate professor in the pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences department at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy - Duluth. Palombi is also a consultant for area treatment court teams. She has established relationships with public health professionals, healthcare systems, and providers and has a strong background in providing effective, multi-pronged education on topics including harm reduction and opioid-emergency response.