AVENUES RECOVERY CENTER’s Post

Today marks International Overdose Awareness Day – the world’s largest annual campaign to help end overdose, remember loved ones lost and acknowledge the grief families and friends face in the wake of the crisis. In the past year alone, there were at least 7,328 suspected opioid overdose deaths across Canada. That’s an average of 20 deaths per day, up from 10 in 2019, signalling a worsening crisis with no signs of slowing down. Unity Health’s harm reduction resources, clinical programs and world-class research are helping to address the challenges of the crisis and are meeting a huge need in the community. Read more about the work we’re doing to help support those at risk: https://bit.ly/3EhO6Ls #EndOverdose #EndStigma #WeSeeYou #IOAD2023

🚨🌍 On International Overdose Awareness Day, let's spotlight the often-unseen heroes and victims of this epidemic. From healthcare workers to grieving families, it's time we say #weseeyou. 🌟✊ Dive into our latest blog to uncover the heart of this crisis and how we can rally together. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g9bKfR7f #EndOverdose #IOAD2023 #overdose #overdoseawareness #poisoning #facingfentanyl #JustSayKNOW #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #mentalhealth #RapidDetox #blog #WaismannMethod #opioiddetox #addiction #addictionrecovery #DrugTreatment #OpioidDetox #recovery #opioidcrisis #endthestigma #opioidepidemic #domusretreat #takeaction

The Department of Health and Human Services announced the 2024 State Opioid Response (SOR) and Tribal Opioid Response (TOR) Notices of Funding Opportunity, providing up to $1.48 billion to states, territories, and the District of Columbia and $63 million to Tribes to address the current overdose crisis. “These grants enable states, territories, and Tribal entities to fund programs that support the continuum of prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery for millions of people. Thanks to this funding, many more lives will be saved.” The 2024 SOR funding opportunity includes initiatives to build on opioid overdose reversal medication saturation efforts, increase focus on treatment and recovery support services, and expand access to correctional settings. #opioidcrisis #nativehealth #healthcare #indiancountry #laboratory https://lnkd.in/gKMFRXFv

So very sad and wasteful. We can win World Wars, but we are powerless to win the war against drugs. Nothing seems to work - punitive punishments, accommodative policies, rehab institutions…they have all failed as more people succumb and die. The only solution lies in happy families…at least there is hope for recovery when individuals succumb to drugs, as families support their recovery. Happy & Healthy Families is the only solution towards winning this war. Govts, societies and communities need to do their most to create environments that generate Happy Families. https://lnkd.in/g97h9YtT

Our in-house psychiatrist, colleague and long-time friend of Paracelsus Recovery recently spoke to Tobias Marti and Giorgio Scherrer  of Neue Zürcher Zeitung about his work for non-profit harm reduction organisations in Zurich.  Dr. Thilo Beck is a pioneer in Zurich's drug policy and emphasises the urgent need for protected spaces where marginalised individuals can safely consume substances. Beck advocates for a controlled, limited legalisation approach to drug consumption in specialised locations, stressing that repressive measures only exacerbate the risks. At Paracelsus Recovery, we adopt a harm-reductionist approach to substance abuse and believe Thilo's points could not be more critical. Read the full article for an eye-opening perspective on substance abuse and policy reform: https://lnkd.in/dkgwdzMm

First responders are in need of tools to save lives, especially in light of the current opioid overdose crisis. Shockingly, an average of 14 Pennsylvanians die every day from an overdose. In 2022, synthetic opioids were linked to approximately 90 percent of the country's opioid overdose deaths, which totaled around 72,000. It's clear that immediate action is needed to equip our first responders with the resources and support they need to combat this crisis. #policechief #lawenforcement #police #leadershipmatters #publicpolicy #PCPA

Dr. Art Van Zee has been trying to tell anyone who would listen since the 2000’s that a powerful opioid was destroying lives. Now over two decades later, he is in disbelief. Zynex is in the fight against opioid #addiction. We offer drug-free pain relief solutions, like the #NexWave, that are safe, non-addictive, and have virtually no side effects. Learn more about a better and safer way to manage your pain: https://lnkd.in/e7naz4a #OpioidEpidemic #EndOverdose #HarmReduction #Recovery

Check out this Vindicator article about Mahoning and Trumbull County collaborating to receive $2.8M grant funding from OneOhio Recovery Foundation! This grant will be used to develop addiction treatment services and programs, starting with prevention programs in schools, to help fight the opioid epidemic. To learn more and read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ghZpiry4

📢 The opioid crisis has left an indelible mark on our society, with over 321,000 American children losing a parent to drug overdose in the past decade. This staggering statistic underscores the urgent need for comprehensive support and preventive measures. At Emily's Hope, we're dedicated to raising awareness and offering resources to help those affected. Learn more about this crisis and how you can support our mission >> https://lnkd.in/gJ973cBh Together, we can make a difference. 💜 #OpioidCrisis #EmilysHope #opioidcrisis

Addressing the opioid crisis remains a critical priority. This article from the Vindicator underscores the ongoing need for innovative solutions to combat opioid abuse effectively. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gqifCvBm