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98 <br /> CAROLINA NURSING <br /> Program for Nursing Excellence <br /> in Whole Health Care <br /> NP's Leading the way m Behavioral Health Integration <br /> February 12,2026 <br /> RE:Letter of Support for UNC—Chapel Hill Campus Naloxone Supply <br /> Grant Orange County Opioid Settlement Funds <br /> To Whom It May Concern, <br /> I am pleased to express my strong support for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's proposal to <br /> expand access to over-the-counter nasal naloxone and strengthen overdose prevention on campus.This <br /> initiative directly aligns with the priorities of the Orange County Opioid Settlement Funds by advancing harm <br /> reduction,overdose prevention,and access to life-saving interventions. <br /> As a family psychiatric nurse practitioner and Professor,I have seen the profound impact of opioid misuse and <br /> the consequences of limited access to naloxone and overdose education. Expanding naloxone availability in a <br /> university setting is an evidence-based,public health strategy that saves lives. <br /> The Harm Reduction Coalition at UNC—Chapel Hill has developed a thoughtful,well-aligned plan that includes <br /> installing naloxone ONE boxes at AED locations,providing free over-the-counter naloxone in private settings, <br /> expanding overdose response training,and integrating harm-reduction education into existing wellness <br /> programs.This project prioritizes high-risk populations,leverages existing campus infrastructure,and maximizes <br /> impact with minimal overhead. <br /> I have partnered with the Coalition to engage graduate nurse practitioner student volunteers,enhancing both the <br /> reach and sustainability of this effort while supporting workforce development. <br /> I am confident this proposal will meaningfully advance Orange County's opioid response goals and have a <br /> measurable,life-saving impact within the UNC—Chapel Hill community. I strongly support this application. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> lV W- VV4, / ". -d1A#. <br /> Victoria Solds Jarrett,Ph.D.,PMHNP-BC,FAANP,FAAN <br /> Carol Morde Ross Distinguished Professor <br /> Family Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner <br /> 11 { Carrington Hall <br /> �+ ���✓✓✓ Campus Box i 460 <br /> Chapel Hll;. `i[:27599 7460 <br /> Phone 919.966 3731 <br /> nursing un,edu <br />