Episode 030 - From Tooth to TragedyEpisode 030 - From Tooth to Tragedy
Recovery Road
This week, Merrit welcomes Cammi Velci who lost her son Emilio, after 1 pill. It started with wisdom tooth pain that led to a Percocet which was actually Fentanyl. So in this episode, they delve deep into the role insurance companies should play...
34:26•23 Aug 2021
From Wisdom Tooth to Heartbreak: Cammi Velci's Fentanyl Fight
“I want to say the fentanyl changes everything you know.”
Imagine your child experiencing pain from a simple wisdom tooth extraction, only for it to spiral into a devastating tragedy. This is the heartbreaking reality for Cammi Velci, who joins Merrit Hartblay on this episode of 'Recovery Road' to share her son Emilio's story. Emilio's journey began with a single Percocet for his tooth pain, but that pill was laced with fentanyl, leading to his untimely death.
Cammi's raw and emotional recounting sheds light on the often-overlooked role of insurance companies in addiction treatment and the broader opioid crisis. Through her grief, Cammi has become a fierce advocate for better healthcare access and stronger support systems for families dealing with addiction. Her story isn't just about loss; it's a call to action for all of us to join the fight against the opioid epidemic and to support those affected by addiction.
Tune in to hear a mother's powerful plea for change and discover practical ways you can help make a difference.
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