The new vending machine installed outside of the Polk County Health Department doesn't offer candy bars or other snacks to satisfy a craving. Instead, the machine dispenses items like condoms, emergency contraceptives, gun locks and naloxone — the opioid overdose reversal medication — to address a much larger problem in the county. The machine has been stocked with health supplies and safety tools, all available to anyone at no cost. It's also available to access 24/7, no questions asked, outside the polkcountyhealth at 1907 Carpenter Ave. in Des Moines. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. #DesMoines #Iowa #DSMUSA #PublicHealth #HarmReduction