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Ep. 65 – The Growth of Addiction in Rural West Virginia: Eric Eyre, Charleston Gazette-Mail
Ep. 65 – The Growth of Addiction in Rural West Virginia: Eric Eyre, Charleston Gazette-Mail
Ep. 65 – The Growth of Addiction in Rural West Virginia: Eric Eyre, Charleston Gazette-Mail
Thursday 26th January 2017
Journalist Eric Eyre unveils startling opioid distribution data in rural West Virginia, highlighting the crisis' impact on impoverished areas.
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Get the buttons here!Eric Eyre Reveals Startling Opioid Data in Rural West Virginia
We found that a disproportionate number of pain pills went to the poorest and most rural counties. So those are the main findings we had from our story.
Imagine living in a place where every person, from infants to elders, could be given 433 opioid pills each. That's the shocking reality investigative journalist Eric Eyre uncovers in this eye-opening episode of the Cover2 Resources podcast. Eyre, a journalist at the Charleston Gazette-Mail, dives deep into the data behind opioid shipments in West Virginia from 2007 to 2012. His findings? Wholesalers flooded the state with an alarming number of pain pills, disproportionately targeting the poorest and most rural counties.
Host Amy Mcneil, M.D., engages Eyre in a compelling conversation about the pharmaceutical industry's role in this crisis. They explore how these massive shipments have devastated rural communities and why certain areas were hit harder than others. Eyre's research sheds light on the systemic issues contributing to the opioid epidemic and underscores the urgent need for effective substance abuse interventions and policy changes. Throughout their discussion, Eyre emphasizes the importance of using data to drive public policy.
He argues that without transparent information, it’s impossible to address the root causes of the opioid crisis effectively. This episode offers listeners a rare glimpse into the intersection of journalism and public health, providing a clear call to action for those affected by or interested in combating opioid addiction. Whether you're directly impacted by opioid misuse or simply want to understand more about this pressing issue, this episode of Cover2 Resources is both informative and thought-provoking.
Tune in to hear Eyre's insights and learn what steps can be taken to mitigate this ongoing crisis.