C13 - Naloxone by Mail Program for Overdose Prevention

Monday, April 27, 2026

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM MDT

Location: Bluebird 2E

Overdose remains one of the leading causes of preventable death, yet access to naloxone is often limited by barriers like stigma, transportation, and pharmacy availability. Naloxone by Mail offers an innovative, scalable solution that delivers this lifesaving medication directly to individuals, families, and communities in need. This presentation will explore how the program fits within the substance use continuum of care, highlight implementation lessons, and share replicable strategies for building partnerships, leveraging funds, and advancing health equity. Attendees will leave with actionable steps to expand naloxone access and inspire community-wide change.

Learning Objectives:

Identify barriers to naloxone access.
Analyze key implementation strategies, including partnership development, funding mechanisms, and regulatory considerations, that support program success.
Formulate actionable steps to replicate or adapt a naloxone by mail model to meet the need of diverse communities.

Disclosure(s):

Chris Townes: No financial relationships to disclose

Amelia Swafford, MPhil: No financial relationships to disclose

Breakout Presenter(s)

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Chris Townes

Mr.
Hanover County Government
Ashland, Virginia

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

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Amelia Swafford, MPhil

Community Health Coordinator Academic Health Department Coordinator
Chickahominy Health District
Ashland, Virginia

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

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