Governor Rick Scott, R-Fla., issued an order declaring the opioid crisis a public health emergency, according to Health News Florida.
Here are three takeaways:
1. Mr. Scott's order gives the state access to additional HHS funding exceeding $27 million.
2. State officials will use the funds to for prevention, recovery and support services.
3. Florida Surgeon General Celeste Philip, MD, is set to issue a standing order for Naloxone, which reverses overdoses. The order will pertain to first responders getting access to the drug.
