Dr. Roneet Lev
Dr. Roneet Lev
206. Learning from Rx Opioid Epidemic | Mary Bono
206. Learning from Rx Opioid Epidemic | Mary Bono
206. Learning from Rx Opioid Epidemic | Mary Bono
Monday 2nd December 2024
Dr. Roneet Lev and Mary Bono discuss the opioid epidemic, fentanyl crisis, and the importance of prevention and policy changes.
47 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Dr. Roneet Lev
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- The opioid epidemic taught valuable lessons about the dangers of prescription drugs.
- Fentanyl is now a leading cause of death among Americans aged 18 to 45.
- Prevention and mental health support are crucial in combating drug abuse.
- Stronger policies are needed to protect communities from deadly drugs.
- Personal stories highlight the real human cost of addiction.
It's not just killing people who have a substance use disorder. It's also killing people without an addiction who make a mistake, a deadly mistake.
In this episode of High Truths on Drugs and Addiction, Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Mary Bono, a former Congresswoman and well-known advocate in the fight against drug abuse. They dive into the lessons learned from the prescription opioid epidemic and discuss the current crisis involving fentanyl. Mary shares her personal connection to the issue, revealing how addiction has impacted her own family and driven her to take action.
Her experience in Congress, where she co-created the Prescription Drug Abuse Caucus, provides valuable insights into the policy changes needed to combat these deadly drugs. Dr. Lev and Mary also touch on the importance of prevention, mental health support, and the need for stronger policies to protect communities. This conversation is not only informative but also deeply personal, highlighting the real human cost of addiction and the ongoing battle to save lives.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that sheds light on one of the most pressing issues of our time.