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The opioid epidemic is alive and well in Washtenaw County. In addition to prescription medications, fentanyl and heroin continue to claim lives. Fortunately, Narcan is saving lives. The Washtenaw County Health Department has put a focus on harm reduction and recovery when it comes to drug use. through the "It Is Possible" campaign. Communications coordinator Beth Ann Hamilton joined Rylee Barnsdale to discuss educating the efforts.
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Michigan bills to expand access to mental health and drug treatment courts have passed the Michigan Senate. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Washtenaw County Health Department has relaunched the "It Is Possible" campaign to help local residents kick their substance abuse problems. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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A drug court is coming to a Washtenaw County courthouse in the near future. Last night, the county’s Board of Commissioners voted to approve a grant to create it. WEMU's Josh Hakala reports.
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The White House is awarding nearly $37 million to help tackle the opioid crisis and support addiction recovery in Michigan. As WEMU’s Cathy Shafran reports, some of that money is headed to Ann Arbor.
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Bills before the House Judiciary Committee would expand access to courts that provide people services like drug or mental health treatment. Colin Jackson has more.
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Legislation awaiting President Trump’s signature would provide more support for people struggling with opioid addiction. The bill enhances access for…
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The road to recovery from drug abuse is never easy. Recently, Ypsilanti Township introduced a new program designed to make the road a little easier and a…
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Making sure residents are safe is the top priority for the Ann Arbor Police Department. And as you can imagine, they encounter a variety of situations in…
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State corrections officials are preparing for a wave of drug offenders entering the system for getting caught with heroin and other narcotics. Heroin and…