WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E50 - Aired 03-06-23 Keryn Jacobs - Weymouth Health Department
E50 - Aired 03-06-23 Keryn Jacobs - Weymouth Health Department
E50 - Aired 03-06-23 Keryn Jacobs - Weymouth Health Department
Saturday 11th March 2023
Keryn Jacobs shares Weymouth's efforts to fight substance abuse and reduce stigma in 'Courage to Hope'. Learn about harm reduction and community support.
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Get the buttons here!Keryn Jacobs on Community Efforts to Combat Substance Abuse
We're celebrating here in Weymouth and it's something that our prevention alliance, so the Weymouth Prevention Alliance, put together this year.
In this episode of 'Courage to Hope', Tony Lagreca sits down with Keryn Jacobs, the Substance Use Prevention Coordinator at the Weymouth Health Department. Keryn dives into the local initiatives aimed at tackling substance abuse and shifting the stigma surrounding it. One of the standout efforts includes the Weymouth Prevention Alliance's creative approach of wrapping power boxes with historical images, symbolizing the community's commitment to change.
But it's not all about visuals; Keryn highlights some serious issues, like the underreporting of senior opioid overdose deaths due to insufficient autopsies. She stresses the importance of harm reduction facilities and fentanyl strips, despite their controversial nature, emphasizing that saving lives should always come first. Drawing inspiration from successful harm reduction efforts in Vancouver, Keryn sheds light on how similar approaches could benefit Weymouth.
The episode also covers the alarming rise in fentanyl poisoning cases and the urgent need for better detection methods. Keryn encourages everyone to seek help and support loved ones battling substance abuse. She also mentions local organizations like the Sun Will Rise Foundation and discusses how community funds can be directed towards evidence-based programs.
Tony wraps up the conversation by thanking Keryn for her invaluable work and reinforcing the message of hope and courage in the ongoing fight against substance abuse. Tune in for a mix of heartfelt stories and practical advice that could make a real difference in your community.