Diane Urban APALD Educating Parents on Fentanyl PoisoningDiane Urban APALD Educating Parents on Fentanyl Poisoning
The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return
I founded APALD-Association of People Against Lethal Drugs as a result of losing my son Jordan Garmatter to Illicit Fentanyl on 4/6/19. My son suffered from Substance Use Disorder. He was drug free for 8 months when he developed a wisdom tooth growing...
25:01•1 Jun 2023
Diane Urban's Mission: From Heartbreak to Advocacy
Episode Overview
- Diane Urban shares her personal journey of losing her son to illicit fentanyl
- The creation and impact of APALD in raising awareness of fentanyl poisoning
- Organizing nationwide rallies for fentanyl education and prevention
- The importance of carrying Narcan and community involvement in saving lives
- The powerful message of hope and resilience in the face of tragedy
“So be supportive. You know, you know, I mean, we're always looking for volunteers, but you know, however you want to volunteer on your own or whatever, I mean, but you know, get educated, you know, we have information, you know, at Appalled about, you know, the dangers of fentanyl. We, you know, have statistical information. We have, you know, school posters you could put up and, you know, your schools. So yeah, just education, education, education, education.”
Imagine the pain of losing a child to something as preventable as drug poisoning. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Diane Urban takes us through her heartbreaking journey after losing her son, Jordan, to illicit fentanyl. Jordan, who had been clean for eight months, was in severe pain due to a wisdom tooth issue. Desperate for relief, he unknowingly took fentanyl-laced drugs, leading to his tragic death.
This devastating event ignited a fire in Diane, propelling her to establish APALD (Association of People Against Lethal Drugs). Her mission? To educate parents and communities about the hidden dangers of fentanyl and to prevent other families from experiencing similar heartache. Diane's story is not just about loss; it's about channeling grief into a powerful movement for change. Through nationwide rallies and community events, she raises awareness and encourages everyone to carry Narcan, a life-saving tool in overdose situations.
Diane's dedication and resilience shine through as she shares her journey, offering hope and urging action in the fight against lethal drugs. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction or looking to make a difference in their community.
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