Fentanyl Risks and Safety Tips with Nicole Miller on Safe Home Podcast
In all of this, I think it's important to realize there is hope and there is recovery, and people do get there.
Ever wondered how to protect your family from the dangers of fentanyl? In this episode of the Safe Home Podcast, Beth Syverson sits down with Nicole Miller, a seasoned drug and alcohol counselor from Oregon, to shed light on this critical issue. Fentanyl has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons, with overdose deaths skyrocketing in recent years.
Nicole, who also teaches addiction pharmacology at Portland Community College, brings her wealth of knowledge to help us understand why this drug is so perilous and what steps we can take to keep our loved ones safe. Nicole doesn't just talk about the problem; she offers practical solutions. From carrying naloxone (Narcan) to reverse overdoses to having open and honest conversations about drug use, her advice is both actionable and essential.
The episode is particularly poignant as it's dedicated to Helanna Johnson, the daughter of their life coach Heather Ross, who tragically passed away from fentanyl poisoning. Whether you're a parent, a caregiver, or someone looking to educate yourself about fentanyl, this episode is a treasure trove of information. Nicole's insights into harm reduction and the importance of family support in recovery are invaluable. Tune in to arm yourself with the knowledge you need to combat this growing crisis.