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Overdose prevention resources
Learn about the San Francisco Overdose Prevention Plan and access resources.
San Francisco Overdose Prevention Plan
The 2022 Overdose Prevention Plan contains strategies aimed at reducing the overall overdose death rate and lessening disparities among Black/African Americans. Read the complete report.
Harm Reduction Supplies
Naloxone (also known as Narcan) Access
To get a free nasal Naloxone kit and training and/or up to 10 fentanyl test strips, visit:
Behavioral Health Services Pharmacy
1st floor at 1380 Howard St
San Francisco, CA 94103
M-F 9am-6:30pm
Sat-Sun 9am–12pm and 1pm-4:30pm
Naloxone and fentanyl test strips for groups
Request naloxone for your community organization, business, or group to distribute in the community. Email overdoseprevention@sfdph.org or visit the BHS Pharmacy.
For community organizations, business, and groups seeking bulk quantities of fentanyl test strips, please make a request by filling out this form: https://forms.office.com/g/KKDhqX1ACM
Please note that an attestation of training (materials are provided on the request form) will be required. The request will take 1-2 weeks to fulfill and instructions for pickup will be provided once the other is ready.
Syringe Access
Syringe Access Collaborative Overview (more details on services)
Syringe Access & Disposal Schedule
Mental Health & Substance Use Resources
Training Resources
San Francisco Public Health's Overdose Prevention Training Series including Opioid Overdose Recognition and Response
National Harm Reduction Coalition’s Narcan Training Video (20 minutes)
National Harm Reduction Coalition’s Narcan Training Video with Spanish subtitles (20 minutes)
Community Resources for People who Use Drugs
Recovery and Sobriety Supports
Mutual Support Groups (Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous):