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80: Local Government's Response to the Opioid Epidemic - Is it Enough (Sort Of)
80: Local Government's Response to the Opioid Epidemic - Is it Enough (Sort Of)
80: Local Government's Response to the Opioid Epidemic - Is it Enough (Sort Of)
Sunday 25th April 2021
Billy and Jason discuss local government responses to the opioid crisis with Mike Massuli, covering services, challenges, and stigma on 'Recovery (Sort Of)'.
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Get the buttons here!Local Government and the Opioid Crisis: Are We Doing Enough?
We've done so much in such a short amount of time that other communities look here sometimes, for example, hey, how are you doing this?
Are local governments stepping up in the fight against the opioid epidemic? This episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast' dives into this pressing question. Hosts Billy and Jason chat with Mike Massuli, Deputy Director of the Division of Addiction Services at the Cecil County Health Department, to uncover what’s being done at the local level. They discuss the services available, why some are prioritized over others, and the hurdles faced in rolling out effective programs.
You’ll hear about the critical role of needs assessments and how these shape the health department's response. They also tackle harm reduction strategies and why these are essential for both prevention and treatment. But it’s not all about policies and programs; the episode sheds light on the stigma surrounding addiction and the need for a cultural shift in how we perceive substance use disorders. The conversation is a call to action for more community involvement and advocacy.
Billy, Jason, and Mike emphasize the importance of pushing for better resources and education to build a more responsive and inclusive system. Tune in to get a deeper understanding of how local efforts are shaping up against this crisis.