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The Student Health Center provides free resources to support your safety. Students are welcome to stop by the Student Health Center - its confidential, no appointment or ID necessary. Simply walk in, request the resource and a staff member will provide a brief demonstration. You will also receive written information on how to access an in-depth training video for additional guidance.

Students can access:

  • Drink covers to protect beverages.

  • Drink spike test strips to check for unwanted substances.

  • Fentanyl test strips to detect fentanyl.

  • Naloxone (Narcan) to reverse an opioid overdose.

Drink Spiking

Drink spiking occurs when someone adds alcohol or other substances to another person’s drink without their knowledge. This can put individuals at serious risk, leaving them vulnerable to harm or unsafe situations.

Know the Warning Signs

  • Feeling lightheaded or faint
  • Sleepiness
  • Nausea

  • Headache

  • Loss of reflexes
  • Feeling "out of it" or unable to think straight.
  • Speech difficulties
  • Loss of consciousness

Opioid Overdose

An opioid overdose occurs when a person takes more opioids than their body can safely process. This can slow or stop breathing, making it a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate attention.

Know the Warning Signs

  • Unresponsiveness to voice or touch
  • Slow, irregular or stopped breathing
  • Pinpoint pupils (the center part of the eye is abnormally small)
  • Pale, clammy skin
  • Blue or purple fingernails and lips

  • Slow heartbeat or low blood pressure

In Case of an Emergency

  • Notify a trusted individual at the setting of the situation.
  • Call 911 and seek professional medial attention. (Medical Amnesty laws provide protection for individuals who seek professional help during emergencies.)
  • Always stay with anyone who may have experienced an opioid overdose or drink-spiking until help arrives.

Contact StanCares

StanCares promotes a safe, supportive environment by addressing student needs with intervention and coordinated support. If you or someone you know needs assistance, StanCares can help with a personalized plan and timely follow-up.

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How to Use These Resources

For more information or guidance, contact the Student Health Center at (209) 664-6551 or visit us for personalized assistance from staff.

 

Drink Cover.

Step 1: Prepare Your Drink

  • Ensure your drink is in a standard cup, glass or can.
  • If using a straw, insert it into your drink before applying the cover.

Step 2: Apply the Drink Cover

  • Take the cover and stretch it over the top of your cup or can until it fits securely.
  • If the cover feels loose or doesn't fit, try adjusting it for better coverage.

Please note:

  • Never leave your drink unattended, even with a cover.
  • If your drink tastes, smells or looks different than expected, stop drinking it.

 

Drink Spike Test Strips

Step 1: Prepare Your Test Strip

  • Remove a test strip from its packaging, being careful not to touch the test squares.

Step 2: Apply a Drop of Your Drink

  • Place a small drop of the drink onto both the pink and yellow test squares.
  • Do not dip the test strip directly into the drink.

Step 3: Observe the Color Change

  • Wait 30 seconds to a minute for the test squares to react.
  • If the test squares remain pink and yellow, your drink is safe to continue drinking.
  • If either the test squares changes to orange, grey or blue, your drink has been potentially tampered with and should be disposed of.

Please note:

  • These strips can detect GHB, Cocaine, Ketamine, Scopolamine and other amine-based substances, but smaller amounts may go undetected.
  • Some drinks, such as those that are red in color or milk-based, may cause a false positive result.
  • A negative test result does not guarantee the drink is safe, as it may contain other harmful substances. If you have any doubt, do not drink it.

More information from the test strip manufacturer.

 

Fentanyl Test Strips

Fentanyl is a powerful opioid, often found in counterfeit pills or powders. To stay safe, it's important to only take medications prescribed to you and avoid using illicit substances. Fentanyl testing strips can help detect fentanyl, offering an added layer of safety when you're unsure about the contents of a substance.

Learn how to use fentanyl test strips through the CDC's resource page.

 

Box of Narcan

This safe, easy-to-use medication can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose when administered promptly, potentially saving lives in situations where immediate medical assistance is not available. Naloxone does not require any medical training or authorization to use.

Learn how to use Naloxone (Narcan) through the CDC's resource page.

 

Additional Resources

  • Campus Opioid Safety Act (SB 367): Requires campus health centers at most public colleges and universities to provide free Narcan, a nasal spray that can reverse opioid overdoses, to students.
  • Fentanyl Test Strip Access (AB 461): Mandates that community college districts and CSU campuses stock and distribute fentanyl test strips while sharing information about their use and availability.
  • Drug Testing Device Access (AB 1524): Requires community college districts and CSU campuses to offer free drug testing devices in campus health centers and post clear notices about this resource in prominent locations.

Updated: April 01, 2025