Fact Sheet Overdose Prevention Vending Machines: Considerations for Implementation

Published: November 6, 2025
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Overdose prevention vending machines help reduce overdose deaths and promote better health and wellness for people experiencing homelessness who have substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders. This fact sheet introduces the evidence-based vending machine model, explains how it supports overdose prevention strategies, outlines what supplies to include, and highlights key considerations for implementation.

Topics include:

  • Why vending machines?

  • What to include

  • Considerations for implementation

  • Program examples

*This resource was updated in October 2025 to reflect current policy and resources. 

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Classification

Topic
Co-occurring Disorders; Substance Use: Substance use prevention, Substance use treatment; Treatment Models; Specialized Partnerships: Military/VA, Hospital/clinic, Criminal/ Legal
Language
English