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A Paramedics Dispatches from the Front Lines of the Opioid Epidemic - Part 1 (Episode 14)
A Paramedics Dispatches from the Front Lines of the Opioid Epidemic - Part 1 (Episode 14)
A Paramedics Dispatches from the Front Lines of the Opioid Epidemic - Part 1 (Episode 14)
Wednesday 6th July 2022
Paramedic Peter Canning shares his experiences from the opioid crisis, emphasizing empathy, harm reduction, and new recovery approaches.
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Get the buttons here!Paramedic Peter Canning: Real Stories from the Opioid Crisis
I learned that addiction is a chronic brain disease and I learned that it's really important to treat people with empathy and to do the best you can to help everybody for the situations that they have.
Imagine being on the front lines of the opioid epidemic every single day. That's the reality for Peter Canning, a paramedic with over 25 years of experience. In this gripping episode of 'Recovery and Company', Peter takes listeners on a journey through his transformation from seeing drug users as merely flawed individuals to understanding addiction as a complex, chronic brain disease. His candid reflections offer a raw and honest look at the opioid crisis, especially the devastating impact of fentanyl.
Peter doesn't just share statistics; he brings real stories of the people he's helped, revealing the human side of this epidemic. He also discusses harm reduction and medical-assisted treatment, emphasizing the need for empathy and better support systems for those battling addiction. This episode is not just about the challenges but also about finding hope and new approaches to recovery.
Whether you're directly affected by addiction or want to understand it better, Peter's insights will leave you with a deeper understanding and a sense of urgency to act.