Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
News: Toxic Drug Crisis has now claimed over 10000 lives since 2016.
News: Toxic Drug Crisis has now claimed over 10000 lives since 2016.
News: Toxic Drug Crisis has now claimed over 10000 lives since 2016.
Monday 22nd August 2022
Nathan McLean and Corey Williams tackle BC's toxic drug crisis on Recovery Machine Podcast, urging harm reduction and political action.
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Get the buttons here!The Unseen Battle: Tackling the Toxic Drug Crisis in BC
We know it's getting worse, and we know how to stop it. As we enter the seventh year of emergency status, one starts to wonder -- will this ever end?
As International Overdose Awareness Day nears, Nathan McLean and Corey Williams, hosts of the Recovery Machine Podcast, bring a sobering discussion to the forefront: the ongoing toxic drug crisis in British Columbia. With their firsthand experience of addiction, they dive into the grim statistics, revealing that over 10,000 lives have been lost since 2016. The conversation takes a hard look at the rising death toll, driven by new, more potent drug adulterants designed to slip past law enforcement.
Nathan and Corey express frustration at the political inertia that has allowed this crisis to persist despite being declared an emergency for seven years. They draw parallels between the rapid response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the sluggish efforts to address the overdose epidemic, underscoring the need for swift, coordinated action to save lives. The hosts also explore the demographics of overdose deaths, noting a higher vulnerability among men and a significant impact in the northern regions of the province.
They delve into possible reasons behind these trends, such as poly-substance use and limited access to support services for men. The episode doesn't shy away from tough topics, including the link between suicide rates and overdose deaths among men. Throughout the discussion, Nathan and Corey advocate for harm reduction strategies, safe supply initiatives, and a human rights-based approach to drug policy.
They stress the importance of addressing socioeconomic factors that contribute to addiction and highlight the need for comprehensive recovery tools like cognitive-behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care. By the end of this episode, listeners are left with a clear message: awareness alone isn't enough. It’s time for collective action to tackle this crisis head-on.