WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E83 - Aired 01-18-24 Rob Horowitz
E83 - Aired 01-18-24 Rob Horowitz
E83 - Aired 01-18-24 Rob Horowitz
Friday 26th January 2024
Rob Horowitz and Tony Lagreca discuss Prevent Opioid Abuse, informed prescription decisions, and strategies to combat opioid dependence in this episode.
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Episode Overview
- Rob Horowitz discusses the need for informed decision-making at the point of prescription
- The positive impact of laws requiring doctors to discuss the risks of addiction with patients is highlighted
- The episode addresses the rise of fentanyl-related overdoses and the importance of preventing people from getting started on opioids
- Rob emphasizes the need for national and state-level efforts in the fight against the opioid epidemic
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Picture this: you're at the doctor's office, and the topic of pain relief comes up. How often do we really think about the long-term impact of what we're prescribed? In this episode of 'Courage to Hope', Tony Lagreca sits down with Rob Horowitz to discuss Prevent Opioid Abuse, a national initiative dedicated to educating people about the risks of opioid dependence and promoting non-opioid alternatives.
Rob dives into the importance of making informed choices at the prescription stage, highlighting laws that require doctors to discuss addiction risks with patients. The conversation doesn't stop there. They also tackle the alarming rise in fentanyl-related overdoses and emphasize strategies to prevent opioid use before it starts. With a mix of personal anecdotes and hard-hitting facts, this episode sheds light on the pressing need for both national and state-level efforts in combating the opioid epidemic.
It's an eye-opener for anyone affected by addiction or simply looking to understand more about this critical issue.