Opioid Crisis Amid Lockdowns

Lockdowns didn't just keep us safe; they fueled a massive spike in opioid overdoses.

While everyone was focused on the pandemic, people struggling with addiction were hit with a perfect

storm. They were isolated, stressed, and their treatment centers and support

groups were suddenly shut down. This cut off their lifelines. At the exact same

time, the drug supply got way more dangerous, with deadly fentanyl showing up in everything.

So while we were fighting one public health emergency, another one was spiraling completely

out of control, with devastating consequences.