Bringing awareness on International Overdose Awareness Day
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Overcoming addiction is considered a lifelong battle but can be easier to manage when addressing the root cause of the problem.
Breakdown
- Community members gathered to remember loved ones and share recovery stories on International Overdose Awareness Day. 14s
- The North County LGBTQ Resource Center has hosted the event for five years, creating memorials for those lost to addiction. 55s
- Organizers emphasized the importance of reducing stigma and addressing the root causes of addiction, such as trauma and mental health. 1m 24s
- Resources like test strips and Narcan were distributed to promote harm reduction in the community. 1m 30s
- Data suggests that community interventions and support are helping to save lives. 1m 18s