Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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The Other 90 Percent: Saving People Who Can't Access Treatment
The Other 90 Percent: Saving People Who Can't Access Treatment
The Other 90 Percent: Saving People Who Can't Access Treatment
Wednesday 16th June 2021
Learn about naloxone's life-saving potential and the efforts to make it widely available in this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery'.
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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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Every single life has value and every single life is worth saving, and so we want to make sure that everybody has access to this medication.
Imagine a world where only 10% of people struggling with addiction get the help they need. What happens to the other 90%? In this compelling episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C. Moyers sits down with Ginny Atwood Lovitt and Chris Thrasher to address this very issue. They dive into the life-saving potential of naloxone, often referred to as the Lazarus drug, which can reverse opioid overdoses in mere moments.
Ginny and Chris share their tireless efforts to distribute this crucial medication far and wide, despite the regulatory hurdles they face. Their stories are filled with passion and determination, highlighting real-world successes and the lives they've managed to save. The episode also explores the importance of recovery homes and a strategic approach to treating substance use disorders. Ginny sums it up best: 'Every single life has value and every single life is worth saving'.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the fight against addiction, offering both hope and practical solutions.