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#YOULIVE 141 - Celene Gounder MD & Shelly Sprague
#YOULIVE 141 - Celene Gounder MD & Shelly Sprague
#YOULIVE 141 - Celene Gounder MD & Shelly Sprague
Monday 9th July 2018
Dr. Celine Gounder and Shelly Sprague discuss addiction, HIV, and the opioid crisis with Dr. Drew on 'This Life #YOULIVE'.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Celine Gounder and Shelly Sprague Discuss Addiction, HIV, and the Opioid Crisis
So I think part of our job is to create trust, to help people stay alive, feel better, and some of the things we might be focusing on might be getting them a place to stay, dealing with other things other than the addiction, so that they understand that we're there to help them to be ready to really quit.
Imagine grappling with the intertwined challenges of addiction, HIV, and the opioid crisis. In this episode of 'This Life #YOULIVE', Dr. Drew, alongside co-hosts Bob Forrest and Mike Catherwood, welcomes Dr. Celine Gounder, an infectious disease and addiction specialist from NYC, and addiction expert Shelly Sprague. Dr. Gounder brings her extensive experience treating HIV patients to the table, shedding light on how the opioid epidemic has deeply impacted this community. Dr.
Gounder and Shelly Sprague dive into the complexities of addiction treatment, discussing the hurdles of addressing mental health issues while stabilizing patients. They also touch on harm reduction strategies and the importance of building trust within vulnerable communities. The conversation doesn't shy away from the hard truths, emphasizing the need for comprehensive approaches to tackle the root causes of addiction.
Listeners will gain valuable insights into the ongoing opioid crisis and learn about the importance of access to resources and community support. This episode offers a heartfelt look at the struggles and triumphs in the fight against addiction, making it a must-listen for anyone affected by these issues or looking to understand them better.