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Overdose Awareness: A Sister's Tribute
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Episode Summary
Since 1999, more than one million people have died from a drug overdose in the United States. On International Overdose Awareness Day, we reflect on these senseless preventable deaths. Today, we hear from previous Wisdom Shared guest Anne Pratt on the loss of her brother Daniel from an accidental overdose. May this powerful personal story help spread awareness and compassion for all those affected by the devastating impact of today's out of control epidemic.
Resources
How to use Narcan training video: https://www.anonymoussister.com/resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use disorder, SAMHSA's (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information. You can also visit https://www.samhsa.gov.
Related Episodes
Addiction to Sobriety: A Mother's Journey
Retired FBI Agent Reflects On Opioid Crisis
Anne's previous episode: A Mother Shares Her Journey of the Joys and Challenges of Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy
The Wisdom Shared Team
- Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
- Social Media and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
- Production Intern: Cassidy Rozencwaig
Find and Follow Carole and Wisdom Shared:
- https://www.caroleblueweiss.com/
- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WisdomSharedCaroleBlueweiss
- Follow me and send me a message on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caroleblueweiss
- Follow me and send me a message on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroleblueweiss/
- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carole_blueweiss/
- Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wisdom_shared
Find and Follow Carole and Wisdom Shared:
- https://www.caroleblueweiss.com/
- Subscribe to YouTube channel
- Follow and send a message on Facebook
- Follow and send a message on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Follow on Threads
The Wisdom Shared Team
- Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
- Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
- Production Assistant: Becki Leigh
45 episodes
Manage episode 375807624 series 2820196
Episode Summary
Since 1999, more than one million people have died from a drug overdose in the United States. On International Overdose Awareness Day, we reflect on these senseless preventable deaths. Today, we hear from previous Wisdom Shared guest Anne Pratt on the loss of her brother Daniel from an accidental overdose. May this powerful personal story help spread awareness and compassion for all those affected by the devastating impact of today's out of control epidemic.
Resources
How to use Narcan training video: https://www.anonymoussister.com/resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use disorder, SAMHSA's (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information. You can also visit https://www.samhsa.gov.
Related Episodes
Addiction to Sobriety: A Mother's Journey
Retired FBI Agent Reflects On Opioid Crisis
Anne's previous episode: A Mother Shares Her Journey of the Joys and Challenges of Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy
The Wisdom Shared Team
- Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
- Social Media and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
- Production Intern: Cassidy Rozencwaig
Find and Follow Carole and Wisdom Shared:
- https://www.caroleblueweiss.com/
- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WisdomSharedCaroleBlueweiss
- Follow me and send me a message on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caroleblueweiss
- Follow me and send me a message on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroleblueweiss/
- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carole_blueweiss/
- Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wisdom_shared
Find and Follow Carole and Wisdom Shared:
- https://www.caroleblueweiss.com/
- Subscribe to YouTube channel
- Follow and send a message on Facebook
- Follow and send a message on LinkedIn
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Follow on Threads
The Wisdom Shared Team
- Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
- Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
- Production Assistant: Becki Leigh
45 episodes
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