Fentanyl is becoming a bigger danger for our kids, and teen overdoses are rising. There's now growing concern it may happen in schools, but are New York City Public Schools prepared? jennbisramtv reports.
There's now growing concern it may happen in schools, but are New York City Public Schools prepared?
"Why are teens overdosing on fentanyl?" CBS2's Jennifer Bisram asked Frank Tarentino, Special Agent in Charge at the Drug Enforcement Administration.He added,"Anyone that's getting a drug on the street, it's laced with fentanyl ... Whether they think it's Xanax, oxycodone, if it's off the internet, social media, it's illicit, illegal and deadly.
Some schools just outside of New York City, however, are prepared for a potential overdose in the classroom or gymnasium.Vetrano"We are very grateful we had the opportunity to save her," Vetrano said.Police: Student treated with Narcan tested negative for opioid exposure "Narcan is a life saving tool. Our agents carry with them during operations in the event they encounter this poison during their searches," Tarentino said.
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