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Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.
Lea and Todd Hoiland share their tragic loss to a fentanyl-laced Xanax and advocate for better drug education and awareness.
34:30•12 Apr 2022
One Pill Kills: A Family's Fight Against Fentanyl
“Getting the message out is probably the only thing keeping me alive.”
When Lea and Todd Hoiland lost their 20-year-old daughter, Alyssa, to a fentanyl-laced Xanax on July 8, 2021, their world was turned upside down. In this poignant episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', they share their heart-wrenching journey through grief and their relentless mission to prevent other families from experiencing similar tragedies. The Hoilands talk about the insidious spread of fentanyl in common drugs and the dire need for better public awareness and drug education.
They emphasize that if Alyssa had taken just a Xanax, she would still be alive today. This episode isn't just a recount of loss; it's a powerful call to action. The Hoilands are determined to change the stigma around drug use and push for effective educational programs that can save lives. They believe that spreading this message is crucial, not only for others but also as a way to keep themselves going.
Join them in this emotional yet inspiring conversation and learn how you can be part of the solution in combating the overdose crisis.
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