Anusha Ghosh
Anusha Ghosh
Treating the Opioid Epidemic (featuring Jessica Owens)
Treating the Opioid Epidemic (featuring Jessica Owens)
Treating the Opioid Epidemic (featuring Jessica Owens)
Wednesday 21st October 2020
Jessica Owens discusses the opioid epidemic, harm-reduction practices, and recovery services with Anusha Ghosh in this episode of 'One Story'.
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Jessica Owens: A Deep Dive into the Opioid Crisis
We want to love people until they get into treatment, and if we are able to help reduce disease in our community, like HIV and hepatitis C, that's a huge win.
What happens when a dedicated professional takes on one of the biggest public health crises of our time? In this episode of 'One Story', Anusha Ghosh sits down with Jessica Owens, the Adult Services Director at The Phoenix Center, to explore her journey and experiences with the opioid epidemic. Jessica opens up about her role, shedding light on the root causes of the crisis and the real-world impacts she witnesses daily.
She explains how harm-reduction practices are vital in the fight against opioid addiction and discusses the various services The Phoenix Center offers to support those in recovery. From medication-assisted treatment to providing free Narcan, Jessica emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they are in their journey. She also delves into how the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated the epidemic and shares insights on necessary legislative changes to better address the crisis.
This episode is a compelling listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the opioid epidemic and the ongoing efforts to combat it.