Harm Reduction
Harm reduction supplies help prevent the spread infectious diseases, reduce overdose deaths, and improve community health outcomes, which benefits everyone in Shelby County. These efforts lower healthcare costs and improve public safety for all Shelby County residents.
SSCHD 24/7 Access Vending Machine
Some of the harm reduction supplies currently available include:
- Overdose Prevention
- Overdose Reversal Kits (Naloxone)
- Fentanyl & Xylazine Test Kits
- Health & Hygiene
- Hygiene Supplies
- Feminine Pads & Tampons
- Male & Female Safe Sex Kits
- COVID-19 Tests
- Pregnancy Tests
- Family Support
- New- Diapers & Baby Wipes
- Safety & Disposal
- Deterra – Drug Disposal Bag
- Gun Locks
- Support Services
- Connection to resources
- Connection to resources
These products are available for free, self-service, in the vending machine located outside the Sidney-Shelby County Health Department.
Barney Boxes
Many of these products are available at the following locations during business hours:
- Agape Distribution, 209 Brooklyn Ave., Sidney
- Job & Family Services, 227 S. Ohio Ave., Sidney
- Bridges, 930 Wapakoneta Ave., Sidney
- Recovery & Wellness, 1101 N. Vandemark Rd., Sidney
- Scripts 360, 1540 W. Michigan St., Sidney
These supplies are purchased entirely with grant funds and donations designated for this purpose. No local tax dollars are used for this initiative.
Product Information
***The assortment of products may differ depending upon availability. Listed below are some of the products that might be available.
Naloxone
If you’re in immediate danger, call 911.
For 24/7 crisis support, call or text 988.
For 24/7 treatment referral, call
1-800-662-HELP (4357).
Website includes instructions and a video on how administer Naloxone.
Fentanyl Test Strips
How to use Fentanyl Test Strip
Website includes product information and includes an informational video on how to use the strips.
Website includes information about Fentanyl deaths and includes an informational video about how the smallest amount of fentanyl can be fatal.
Xylazine Test Strips
WiseBatch Harm Reduction Website
Website includes instructions and a video on how to use the test strip.
Drug Disposal Pouch
Product safely destroys left over medications. Website includes information about the product and how to use the product. Deterra® Drug Deactivation and Disposal System
Sexual health resources
Male and Female products available to prevent the spread of Sexually Transmitted Infections.
Resource links:
Pregnancy Tests
Pregnancy Tests are available.
Resource links:
Hygiene Kits
Most kits include:
- Shaving Kit
- Antiperspirant wipes
- Degree Shower Antiperspirant
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Hairbrush
- Body wipes
- Moisturizer
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Nail Clipper
CDC Healthy Habits: Hair and Scalp Hygiene
Website includes information on how to prevent the spread of germs and nail infections.
CDC Healthy Habits: Nail Hygiene
Website includes information on how to prevent the spread of germs and nail infections.
CDC Healthy Habits: Facial Cleanliness
Website includes information on prevention of diseases and conditions through appropriate personal hygiene.
CDC Healthy Habits: Oral Health
Website includes information on how to improve oral health.
Menstrual Hygiene Products:
Pads and Tampons
Diapers
Size 2 and Size 4 diapers will be located in the vending machine in the near future. Other sizes are available in the office. Limited quantities available. If in need, see program staff for additional details.
Resource links:
To order Naloxone online, see link:
Order Free Naloxone
Covid/ Flu Test Kits
Website includes instructions and a video on how to use the self-test.
Website includes latest data on RSV, Flu, and COVID-19 hospitalizations in Ohio.
Bike Helmets
Bike helmets are only available in the office during regular business hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm.
Website includes videos on how to fit a helmet, rules of the road, and other safety information.
Gun Locks
Resource links:
24-Hour Tri-County Crisis Hotline
800-351-7347
For 24/7 crisis support, call or text 988.
“Funding for this publication was made possible by 1H79TI087745-01 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.”