Janet Colbert - Champion for the Newborn - Head of STOPP Now

Janet Colbert - Champion for the Newborn - Head of STOPP Now

Janet Colbert's journey from neonatal nurse to fierce advocate against the opioid crisis is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', hosted by Joanie Sigal, Janet shares her firsthand experiences treating newborns born addicted to drugs. Witnessing the rising number of these cases fueled her determination to fight against the root causes of this epidemic.

Her mission took a more personal turn after the tragic overdose of a friend's son, leading her to focus on shutting down pill mills and curbing the legal distribution of dangerous drugs. This passion culminated in the founding of STOPP Now, an organization dedicated to stopping the overprescribing of opioids and other harmful substances. Throughout the episode, Janet and Joanie discuss the far-reaching consequences of the opioid epidemic, innovative rehab approaches, and the critical role of Narcan in emergency treatment.

Janet’s motto, 'all that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing', underscores her belief in taking action, no matter how small, to combat addiction and support recovery. Tune in to hear Janet Colbert's compelling story and learn how one person’s dedication can spark significant change.