Emergent BioSolutions Reinforces Commitment to Opioid Overdose Education and Preparedness on International Overdose Awareness Day

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Emergent BioSolutions Reinforces Commitment to Opioid Overdose Education and Preparedness on International Overdose Awareness DayAuthor of the article:Ready to Rescue campaign returns to U.S. college campuses with Release Recovery Founder and CEO Zac Clark Partnership with professional baseball player Davis Schneider seeks to raise awareness of opioid poisoning preparedness across CanadaTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountGAITHERSBURG, Md., Aug. 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), Emergent BioSolutions (NYSE: EBS) is reaffirming its commitment to expanding awareness of opioid overdose risks and increasing preparedness to help save lives. According to the World Health Organization, opioids are associated with nearly 80 percent of drug-related deaths worldwide, highlighting the continued need for education, preparedness and access to life-saving interventions.i As opioid overdose remains a significant global public health challenge, Emergent is focused on empowering people with the information and tools needed to act in the event of an opioid overdose emergency.“Today is a reminder of the lives lost to opioid overdoses and serves as a key moment to stand with the families, friends and communities affected by this ongoing public health crisis,” said Paul Williams, senior vice president, head of products business, global government and public affairs at Emergent BioSolutions. “While progress has been made, more work remains. By expanding access, awareness and availability to NARCAN® Nasal Spray 4 mg and KLOXXADO® Nasal Spray 8 mg we can help more people recognize an opioid emergency and be prepared to act when every second counts.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againAs part of these efforts, Emergent’s Ready to Rescue campaign will continue its collaboration with Release Recovery and its founder and CEO, Zac Clark, by visiting college campuses across the U.S. this fall. At these events, students, faculty and staff will hear Zac’s personal story, his ongoing work with Emergent and how to use life-saving naloxone. Through these events, Ready to Rescue will raise awareness about opioid emergencies and encourage everyone to carry NARCAN® Nasal Spray and be prepared to respond in an opioid emergency.“As someone who has personally struggled with opioid dependency, I know that opioid overdose emergencies do not discriminate,” said Zac Clark, Founder and CEO of Release Recovery. “My own experience has fueled my passion for helping others and is one of the reasons I’m so proud of the work we do with the Ready to Rescue campaign. By continuing these conversations on college campuses, we can empower the next generation to carry NARCAN® Nasal Spray and be prepared to help save a life.”NARCAN® Nasal Spray became the first U.S. FDA-approved over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone product to rapidly reverse known or suspected opioid overdoses in 2023. The same year, the U.S. saw its first of three consecutive annual declines in opioid overdose deaths,ii which experts believe is in part due to OTC naloxone access. In Canada, the opioid crisis continues to have a devastating toll, with an average of 15 lives lost each day to opioid poisonings, totaling more than 53,000 nationwide since 2016.iii To address the challenges of the Canadian crisis and break down the stigma, Emergent is continuing its partnership with professional baseball player Davis Schneider, whose involvement is deeply personal.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“My older brother Steven has inspired me to be kind to others and lead by example. As a registered nurse, brother and friend, he always showed up for others with compassion,” said Davis Schneider. “Losing him to an opioid overdose was a devastating loss for our family. That’s why I’m honored to partner with Emergent to raise awareness of opioid emergency preparedness and the importance of carrying NARCAN® Nasal Spray. Being prepared to act in a moment of crisis can mean the difference between life and loss.”Davis Schneider is featured on the newly released episode of Emergent’s Countermeasures podcast alongside Dr. Bonnie Milas, Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania to help further educate the public on opioid overdose risks.NARCAN® Nasal Spray, when used as directed, can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose within minutes when administered promptly and followed by emergency medical assistance. By recognizing the signs of an opioid overdose, such as slowed or stopped breathing, pinpoint-sized pupils, unresponsiveness, or pale and clammy skin, and acting quickly with NARCAN® Nasal Spray, anyone can be prepared to help save a life.Visit ReadytoRescue.com for educational resources about opioid emergency preparedness and learn more about NARCAN® Nasal Spray at NARCAN.com (U.S.) and NARCANNasalSpray.ca (Canada).Zac Clark and Davis Schneider are paid spokespeople for Emergent.About NARCAN® Nasal SprayNARCAN® Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray 4 mg is the first FDA-approved, over-the-counter (OTC) 4 mg naloxone product for the emergency treatment of opioid overdose. NARCAN® Nasal Spray is not a substitute for emergency medical care. Repeat dosing may be necessary. Use as directed.About Emergent BioSolutionsAt Emergent, our mission is to protect and save lives. For over 25 years, we’ve been at work preparing those entrusted with protecting public health. We deliver protective and life-saving solutions for health threats like smallpox, mpox, botulism, Ebola, anthrax and opioid overdose emergencies. To learn more about how we help prepare communities around the world for today’s health challenges and tomorrow’s threats, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Investor Contact:Richard S. LindahlExecutive Vice President, CFOlindahlr@ebsi.comMedia Contact:Assal HellmerVice President, Communicationsmediarelations@ebsi.comNotice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.