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Arizona, like much of the United States, is still struggling with the opioid epidemic. Despite efforts, about five people die every day in Arizona from opioid and other drug effects.

On September 10, Dr. Daniel E. Brooks, medical toxicologist, will discuss the impact of opioids and other drugs on Arizonans’ health and safety. Learn about:

• Current data on the opioid crisis
• Novel opioid agents and testing methods
• Intervention resources and biosurveillance tools
• Arizona Opioid Assistance and Referral (OAR) Line

And on September 18, join our Day of Action for Trauma Informed RX360 Substance Misuse Training (a virtual and in-person training).This training will help you:

• Understand how trauma affects the brain
• Learn the connection to substance misuse
• And how to use Narcan to reverse an overdose

Participants will receive:

• a medication disposal kit
• medication lock bag
• and a supply of Narcan

This event is hosted by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement.