Knowledge of the 911 Good Samaritan Law and 911-calling behavior of overdose witnesses - Jakubowski A, Kunins HV, Huxley-Reicher Z, Siegler A.

BACKGROUND: Overdose deaths tripled between 1999 and 2014. Most fatal overdoses are witnessed, offering an opportunity for bystanders to call 911. However, fear of arrest may prevent them from calling authorities. Many states have passed 911 Good Samaritan...

Source: SafetyLit - October 5, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Alcohol and Other Drugs Source Type: news