• On the front lines of the opioid crisis

  • Dec 13 2023
  • Length: 25 mins
  • Podcast

On the front lines of the opioid crisis

  • Summary

  • First responders have been on the front lines of the opioid epidemic since it first began, and have witnessed how it has progressed and changed. In this episode, hear from first responders from across the country, and learn about some of the innovative programs they’re running to address this crisis, and connect more people with recovery support. Plus, hear what is being done to support responders who come face to face with the epidemic every day.



    Guests

    

    Matthew Burgan, Community Paramedic at Frederick County Division of Fire Rescue


    Kevin Joles, Division Chief of EMS at Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical and Chair of the EMS section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs


    John Potvin, Director, Division of Emergency Medical Service and Deputy Emergency Management Director, East Providence Fire Department


    Resources:


    • About Safe Stations
    • Prevent Overdose Rhode Island
    • Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical
    • Frederick County Division of Fire Rescue
    • East Providence Fire Department



    To learn more about what Emergent is doing to combat the opioid epidemic, visit www.emergentbiosolutions.com

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