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The Addictions Research Resistance: Fighting for Reasonable Health Care.
The Addictions Research Resistance: Fighting for Reasonable Health Care.
The Addictions Research Resistance: Fighting for Reasonable Health Care.
Saturday 23rd April 2022
Maryellen discusses breaking stigma in addiction care and advocating for better healthcare access on 'Hard Knox Talks'. Listen now.
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Get the buttons here!Maryellen's Fight: Breaking Stigma and Advocating for Better Addiction Care
Just because you don't have a personal connection to addiction, doesn't mean we don't need to do something different, but we need to not do nothing, which is kind of what we're doing right now.
What happens when the people who need healthcare the most are also the ones who face the most stigma? Maryellen, an Addictions Researcher and Ph.D. student at the University of Saskatchewan, dives into this critical issue on 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories.
Real Talk.' In her candid conversation, Maryellen shares eye-opening experiences from her work with HIV patients, revealing that HIV was often the least of their worries compared to the challenges posed by addiction and stigma in the healthcare system. She passionately argues that decision-makers already have the evidence needed to improve care, yet people continue to suffer and die.
Maryellen's call to action is clear: it's time to #takeofftheblinders and confront the biases that keep people from getting the help they need. She doesn't hold back, addressing the harsh realities of the opioid crisis and the systemic issues that exacerbate it, like poverty and housing insecurity. Maryellen also emphasizes the importance of language, advocating for person-first terminology to reduce stigma and promote dignity for those struggling with substance use.
Her insights extend to provincial funding, decriminalization, and the crucial role of community support in creating a safer, more accessible healthcare environment. This episode isn't just for those directly affected by addiction; it's a wake-up call for everyone. Whether you have a personal connection to addiction or not, Maryellen's message is clear: we all need to care and push for change.
Tune in to 'Hard Knox Talks' for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges preconceived notions and urges us all to take meaningful action.