Congress Finally Recesses; Opioid Use Disorder Epidemic Rages On
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently announced that more than 93,000 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2020. This is, by far, the largest number on record.
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Losing a Loved One in Recovery
Many people recovering from substance use disorders, like drug addiction or alcoholism, experience the death of a friend or family member while in recovery. Unfortunately, death and pain can make
Opioid Crisis Worsened During COVID-19; Time for Action is NOW
It is estimated that 90,000 Americans died from a drug overdose in 2020. This represents a 27 percent increase in drug overdose deaths from 2019 and is the largest single
New Year, New Opportunity for Congress to Prevent Overdose Deaths
The start of a new year ushers in many changes and opportunities. Among these changes are a new Administration, a new session of Congress, and many new lawmakers descending on
When Children Grieve
Years ago when hosting some teenagers during a fishing tournament, a fourteen year old struggling to understand asked me, “Miss Dana, why did my mother love drugs more than me?”
Grieving the Loss of Addiction
Leading a monthly grief support group affords me the opportunity to witness the many different losses one can suffer from, while being a part of a weekly addiction and recovery
All Eyes on the Election but What Happens Next?
On Monday, the United States Senate confirmed Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court to fill the seat vacated by the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg. At this point, the confirmation
When I Grow Up . . .
Not sure but don’t think anyone ever as a child has made the statement, “When I grow up, I want to become an addict.” Looking back over our lives from
We Need Urgent Action Now
A View from Capitol Hill By: Chris Fox, Executive Director, Voices for Non-Opioid Choices Congress is currently at an impasse negotiating the next relief package for those most affected by
Why We Need the #NOPAINAct Now
The COVID-19 crisis is taking a heavy toll on all Americans. The crisis is also exacerbating other challenges that we had been grappling with before the pandemic hit – especially