Overdose deaths in Yakima approaching a record numberOverdose deaths in Yakima approaching a record numberYakima County Coroner Jim Curtice says so far this year the number stands at 83 suspected or confirmed overdose deaths.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
You Can Now Get Naloxone To Save Lives in Yakima and ToppenishYou Can Now Get Naloxone To Save Lives in Yakima and ToppenishNaloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications, when given in time. Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Need to save a life? Narcan Vending Machines Now in YakimaNeed to save a life? Narcan Vending Machines Now in YakimaNow the question remains where to place a new Narcan vending machine. Lance TormeyLance Tormey
More People Are Dying in Yakima of Overdoses Every MonthMore People Are Dying in Yakima of Overdoses Every MonthSo far this year 61 people have died of a drug overdose. The number was 54 at the end of last month.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
3 Top Counties in WA Where People Are Overdosing and Dying3 Top Counties in WA Where People Are Overdosing and DyingFerguson says involving the three counties in "Operation Overdrive" could also benefit nearby communities.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Yakima in Favor of Narcan Vending Machines? The Debate ContinuesYakima in Favor of Narcan Vending Machines? The Debate ContinuesMany of the machines are open around the state including in King County and nearby Klickitat County.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Narcan Now Used By Yakima Businesses To Save Lives From OverdosesNarcan Now Used By Yakima Businesses To Save Lives From Overdoses1,500 boxes of the life saving drug are now being distributed to Yakima area businesses,Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Narcan Coming to Yakima to Save Lives Stop OverdosesNarcan Coming to Yakima to Save Lives Stop OverdosesYakima County Coroner Jim Curtice says so far half way through the month of July and a total of 46 people have died.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Washington Congressman Wants To Save Lives Taken By FentanylWashington Congressman Wants To Save Lives Taken By FentanylThe Task Force is a working group led by Rep. Newhouse consisting of groups and individuals on the local and state levels who are on the front lines Lance TormeyLance Tormey
A Deadly Drug Is Killing Yakima County Residents At a Record PaceA Deadly Drug Is Killing Yakima County Residents At a Record Pace Jim Curtice says 2020 saw more overdose deaths in Yakima County than the previous two years.Lance TormeyLance Tormey