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Leave Behind Program Saves Lives | Birmingham News
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Jefferson County’s new Leave Behind Program, launching August 31st on International Overdose Awareness Day, arms first responders with life-saving overdose kits—and delivers them directly to those who need them most. Backed by local fire departments, police, and health officials, this initiative also includes Birmingham’s unique “Call Back” system, where trained peer navigators and social workers follow up within 24–48 hours to offer critical support. Funded by CDC grants and opioid settlement money, the program aims to bridge gaps in care, connect communities with recovery resources, and ultimately save lives through coordinated, compassionate action.
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