Episode 047 - Education is the KeyEpisode 047 - Education is the Key
Recovery Road
This week, Merrit is joined by Ed Kobilis. After losing his son to Fentanyl, Ed has made it his purpose to educate the public on the dangers of Fentanyl. As one of the Founders of the Fentanyl Awareness Coalition, he stresses that education is the...
31:58•10 Jan 2022
Turning Grief into Action: Ed Kobilis on Fentanyl Awareness
“Education is the key to advocacy and saving lives.”
Imagine losing a child to something as preventable as drug overdose. For Ed Kobilis, this tragic scenario became his reality when he lost his son to Fentanyl. In this heartfelt episode of 'Recovery Road', host Merrit Hartblay sits down with Ed to discuss how this personal tragedy led him to co-found the Fentanyl Awareness Coalition. Ed shares his journey from heartbreak to advocacy, emphasizing the crucial role of education in preventing similar losses.
The conversation dives deep into the responsibilities of doctors in prescribing medications, the need for a national drug czar, and the role of corporations in the opioid epidemic. Throughout their discussion, Merrit and Ed highlight how raising awareness and educating the public can save lives. If you're looking for a story of turning pain into purpose, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
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