NJ Narcan Dashboard
An interactive dashboard tracking opioid overdose interventions across New Jersey through law enforcement Narcan deployment data.
Overview
The NJ Narcan Dashboard is an open-source, interactive dashboard tracking the extent to which opioid overdoses are occurring in New Jersey by analyzing trends in law enforcement Narcan (Naloxone) deployments.
Purpose
Naloxone is a powerful drug that can reverse fatal opioid overdoses. By mapping where and when law enforcement deploys this life-saving medication, researchers and policymakers can:
- Identify overdose hotspots
- Track epidemic trends over time
- Allocate resources more effectively
- Evaluate intervention strategies
Features
- 3D Interactive Maps: Built with deck.gl for immersive data exploration
- Temporal Analysis: Track changes in overdose patterns over time
- Geographic Granularity: View data at multiple geographic levels
- Open Source: Code available for review and adaptation
Data Integration
The dashboard integrates law enforcement Narcan deployment data with:
- U.S. Census demographic information
- Geographic boundaries
- Social vulnerability indicators
Impact
This tool supports data-driven approaches to addressing the opioid crisis by making critical public health data accessible and understandable to researchers, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
This project is part of Gavin Rozzi's extensive work serving the Garden State.
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