U.S. DEA seizures reveal a chilling reality - 60% of the pills taken off the streets pack a lethal dose of fentanyl.
Our special guest, TJ Ward, a man of faith and a visionary in the fight against substance use disorder, shares his powerful insights and experiences. TJ is the current Director of Advocacy at Project Opioid North Florida. Project Opioid North Florida is part of a statewide initiative funded by the Florida Blue Foundation to drastically reduce the number of opioid-related fatalities in our communities by bringing together key leaders to address the crisis.
We discuss the role of faith in recovery, the importance of addressing mental health alongside addiction, and the need for collaboration and outreach to vulnerable communities. We explore the impact of substance use disorder on individuals, families, and society as a whole, while also discussing potential solutions, such as education, policy change, and innovative treatment approaches.
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Relevant links: https://www.anythingbutobvious.com/ and https://www.projectopioidnfl.org/
Views expressed in this material are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Rigaku Analytical Devices.
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