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Free Webinar to Learn about Fentanyl & Xylazine on September 6, 2023
Dr. Laura Palombi
Want to know more about the risks associated with fentanyl and xylazine? On September 6, 2023 join Dr. Laura Palombi on a FREE webinar at 12pm Central Time.
Description: This presentation will review the history of fentanyl and xylazine in the United States drug supply, compare the pharmacology of fentanyl and xylazine, and describe how fentanyl and xylazine can cause toxicity and overdose, separately and together. Attendees will review the pharmacology of naloxone and its utility in reversing opioid overdose. Participants will also be able to describe harm reduction strategies to reduce overdose and other harm resulting from fentanyl and xylazine use.
Register for the FREE webinar at the link below:
Celebrate Recovery at a Community Cookout!
FREE food and fun for the whole family!
Thursday August 31, 2023 at 5:30pm
Centennial Park 301 S Linn Street Dodgeville WI 53533
Seeking to Prevent Overdose Deaths in Southwest Wisconsin
The Iowa County Substance Misuse Prevention group recently brought former BMX Olympian Tony Hoffman to Dodgeville High School to speak about his experience with addiction.
For the second time in recent history, Tony has shared with Southwest Wisconsin the importance of mental health and preventing substance misuse.
To hear more about what Tony shares, go to Tony Hoffman-Top Mental Health Substance Use Prevention Addiction Recovery Speaker — Tony Hoffman (tonyhoffmanspeaking.com)
If you’re interested in accessing mental health or addiction services, please contact Unified Community Services.
Local Media: Olympian Tony Hoffman set to speak about his battle with addiction at Dodgeville High School (nbc15.com)