August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, and various agencies in San Diego are participating.

Last week, San Diego County unveiled a new dashboard that shows the ripple effects of drug overdoses locally. It can be used to track overdose trends – such as average ages, ethnicities, and substances used – and pinpoint where resources are needed.

The Overdose Surveillance Dashboard will be updated quarterly and is meant to provide a view of local of opioid and other drug overdose trends. Teams can then be sent to affected areas with naloxone, fentanyl test strips and referrals to health and community services.

In Poway, the “Save A Life” overdose awareness event begins at 2 p.m. at the Old Poway Park Gazebo. The free event offers educational materials, support for recovery, and mem

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