Addressing the Stigma Surrounding Opioid Addiction

14/11/2022

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Episode Synopsis

Jonathan Avery, M.D. addresses substance use disorders, overdose, and addiction. He speaks with Robin Keller and John Sicher, the mother and stepfather of Zoe, to discuss about her passing from an overdose and how her story inspires them to continue doing work in harm reduction and prevention. The panelists also highlight the distribution of naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids, and ways to address stigma around substance use.To learn more about Zoe's Story To schedule with Dr. Jonathan Avery