Washington University School of Medicine: Implantable Device May Prevent Death From Opioid Overdose
October 25, 2024
October 25, 2024
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 25 (TNSres) -- The Washington University School of Medicine issued the following news release:
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Device delivers naloxone upon sensing drop in respiration, animal study shows
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The opioid epidemic claims more than 70,000 lives each year in the U.S., and lifesaving interventions are urgently needed. Although naloxone, sold as an over-the-counter nasal spray or injectable, saves lives by quickly restoring normal . . .
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Device delivers naloxone upon sensing drop in respiration, animal study shows
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The opioid epidemic claims more than 70,000 lives each year in the U.S., and lifesaving interventions are urgently needed. Although naloxone, sold as an over-the-counter nasal spray or injectable, saves lives by quickly restoring normal . . .