Jan Hoffman

behavioral health and health law reporter, New York Times

Jan Hoffman on KCRW

Narcan, the nasal medication used to reverse an opioid overdose, will be available over the counter later this month. A two-dose box will cost about $45.

As Narcan becomes more common, who will be brave enough to use it?

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