Research Connects Rural Communities to Narcan Access Through Vending Machines

ECU News Services

Sep 14, 2026

Describes a North Carolina opioid overdose prevention program offering free naloxone through vending machines in an effort to increase access to the medication. Discusses how machines are placed and stocked based on community needs as well as the partnerships that make projects like this possible.

Access · Community and faith-based initiatives · Networking and collaboration · Opioids · North Carolina