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Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Released Wednesday, 13th October 2021
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Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Family Ties (Mary FitzGerald & Briana Cunningham)

Wednesday, 13th October 2021
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Mary FitzGerald is the CEO of Eluna, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families impacted by grief or addiction through innovative resources and programs. Briana Cunningham is a public affairs specialist at Independence Blue Cross, whose family has been impacted by substance use disorder.

In this episode, we discuss Briana’s experience throughout her sister’s struggle with addiction, how her family has navigated the journey, and how Eluna provides children with the tools to help restore hope and break the intergenerational cycle of addiction.

For more information on Eluna, visit https://elunanetwork.org. To access the Eluna Resource Center, visit https://elunanetwork.org/resources.

Hosted by Heather Major, Executive Director, Independence Blue Cross Foundation.

Recovery is possible, and help is available. Please visit our website for more information, resources and inspiration: www.ibxfoundation.org/SYK

TM 2021 Someone You Know®. All Rights Reserved.

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This podcast contains opinionated content and may not reflect the opinions of any organizations this podcast is affiliated with.

This podcast discusses opioid use, opioid treatment, and physical and psychological trauma, which may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

This podcast is solely for informational purposes. Listeners are advised to do their own diligence when it comes to making decisions that may affect their health. Patients in need of medical advice should consult their personal health care provider. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional.

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Someone You Know: Facing the Opioid Crisis Together

Opioid addiction is a national public health crisis that affects individuals and families regardless of their age, race, or income. The statistics are overwhelming – more than 130 people die from opioid addiction every day (1). Sadly, stigma and fear of judgment often discourage people from seeking help or even talking about their experiences with opioid misuse. But, there is hope. Recovery is possible.“Someone You Know” is a grassroots public awareness effort of the Independence Blue Cross Foundation to reduce the stigma of opioid addiction and inspire hope in our communities.Tune in to this podcast to hear inspiring stories that challenge stigma and humanize the disease of addiction. Heather Major, Manager of Programs for the Independence Blue Cross Foundation, will guide you through conversations that explore the pain of addiction and the joys of a life in recovery. Make sure to subscribe, and check back in May for more stories from someone you know. Wherever you are on your journey—whether you’re struggling with addiction, grieving the loss of someone, or supporting someone in recovery—help is available. Please visit our website for information, resources and inspiration: www.ibxfoundation.org/SYK TM 2020 Someone You Know. All Rights Reserved.(1) https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/opioids/opioid-overdose-crisis DisclaimersThis podcast contains opinionated content and may not reflect the opinions of any organizations this podcast is affiliated with.This podcast discusses opioid use and opioid treatment and may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This podcast is for informational purposes only. Listeners are advised to do their own diligence when it comes to making decisions that may affect their health. Patients in need of medical advice should consult their personal health care provider. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional.

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