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NYCHA residents are taking it upon themselves to save lives

CABS Health Network heard the feedback from residents and brought training to them.

Katelynn Ulrich

Jun 26, 2024, 7:33 AM

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A recent Narcan training was hosted after NYCHA residents requested the opportunity to get the training.

CABS Health Network heard the feedback from residents and brought training to them. A recent training was hosted by The Family Center at the Jamaica Bay Brooklyn Public Library.

"It's like everywhere I go - I don't care if I go out of state - I see it. It's sad. So, if I can save a life, I will do it,” said Brownsville Resident Andrea Jefferson.

Each person was given a nasal Narcan kit after completing the training

Katelynn Ulrich is News 12 Brooklyn's enterprise reporter. She always wants to hear about problems you need solved and community members to highlight. You can reach her at
Katelynn.Ulrich@news 12.com

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