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The fentanyl crisis has become a public health emergency, with Kansans fighting this epidemic on the front lines.
Today, I hosted my second fentanyl summit with law enforcement and health care workers to discuss how I can continue supporting them in Congress.
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If you are in need of support, to talk to someone, or are in crisis… please call our Crisis Call Line, any time – day or night, 816-361-5900. You are not alone, hope and help are available. Share this post!
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It’s not always easy to love someone who uses drugs. This is a quick guide by First Call's Harm Reduction Specialist, Casey Johnson, will help you navigate loving a person who uses drugs while maintaining holiday cheer! #Shareifyoucare
firstcallkc.org/post/how-to-…
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.@UnicornTheatre's production of the play “Clyde’s” in collaboration with @firstcallkc deals with important issues facing the formerly incarcerated. It runs through Sunday.
We're learning more right now on @kcur.
LISTEN LIVE 📻: 89.3 FM +📱&💻: kcur.org
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Bethany DePugh, Family Services Counselor at @firstcallkc, facilitated a group today called "How to Cope for the Holidays," which focuses on setting healthy boundaries. We want to thank Bethany and the First Call team for providing this resource to our clients.
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DEA held Family Summits to address the drug poisoning crisis. @DEASTLOUISDiv held theirs in #KC informing families from Kansas City, St. Louis, Wichita, and all places in between, about how to take action. @DEAKansasCity @Prevent_Ed @firstcallkc @CleanForCoop @healstopheroin
ALT Special Agent in Charge Michael Davis leads off the Kansas City Family Summit.
ALT The afternoon of the Family Summit included breakout sessions where family members could exchange information about how to build awareness of the problems associated with illegal drugs, from youth and community engagement, to advocacy with local, state and federal leaders.
ALT Midwest HIDTA Intelligence Officer Todd Hixson talks about the Overdose Response Strategy.
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We’re thrilled to share “The Happenings,” a site that serves as a hub for #harmreduction community building through events, webinars, & meetings info. Share what’s happening in your area & online to build on our collective learning, wisdom & experiences:
bit.ly/3FMXrg9
ALT The Happenings. Events and things of interest to harm reductionist.
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New research from @SongforCharlie and Breakwater Strategy validates how important our continued awareness efforts are. Join us May 9, 2023, to help spread the word.
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National Fentanyl Awareness Day is proud to support @AdCouncil effort to raise awareness about the fatal effects of fentanyl and arm Americans with information to protect themselves. Learn more at RealDealOnFentanyl.com.
Watch the full video @ lnkd.in/eT6hUqSx
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Great event, great cause and a great organization. I'd love to see organizations like @FirstCallKC replicated in every community. I'm proud to see Oracle Cerner supporting organizations focused on improving physical health and mental wellness in innovative, holistic ways. – at Barranquilla, Colombia
As the Presenting Sponsor of the 2022 Celebration Evening, Oracle Cerner proudly supports @FirstCallKC’s work to address mental health needs and provide holistic, person-centric care in KC.
Thanks to Cerner VP @ChrisVernaci for leading these efforts and chairing this event!
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As the Presenting Sponsor of the 2022 Celebration Evening, Oracle Cerner proudly supports @FirstCallKC’s work to address mental health needs and provide holistic, person-centric care in KC.
Thanks to Cerner VP @ChrisVernaci for leading these efforts and chairing this event!
Laura and I are privileged to chair @FirstCallKC’s #CelebrationEvening2022 tonight, where we'll hear Chef Gregory Gourdet (@GG30000) discuss his journey to recovery. I'm proud to see Oracle Cerner sponsor the event—we remain committed to improving mental health in our community.
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In observance, First Call’s offices are closed on Labor Day, 9.5.22. As always, our Crisis Call Line is available to you 24/7 at 816.361.5900.
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During Overdose Awareness Week, we remember the lives lost to overdose and the pain of their loved ones. We raise awareness of substance use disorder to prevent deaths, promote treatment, and celebrate recovery. #EndOverdose #RecoveryIsPossible
ALT Overdose Awareness Week
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#ICYMI On National Fentanyl Prevention & Awareness Day @DEALOSANGELES #OpEngageSoCal hosted a free community event called Cuts&Convo where professional barbers who were trained on how to facilitate impactful conversations to promote healthy lifestyles gave free haircuts to youth.
ALT Graphic of Facing Fentanyl. National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
ALT Graphic of DEA Los Angeles Cuts and Convo event
ALT Graphic of DEA Los Angeles Cuts and Convo event
ALT Graphic of DEA Los Angeles Cuts and Convo event
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DEA supports the efforts of several orgs to amplify nationwide efforts to increase awareness of drugs containing #fentanyl that are driving the opioid epidemic. #JustKNOW @ANFHelp @TheBluePlaidSoc @FentanylFacing @AwarenessVoices V.O.I.D.
Learn more dea.gov/fentanylawareness
ALT Facing Fentanyl Graphic National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day August 21, 2022
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Spending the morning at the 1st member meeting of @KCHealthCollab. Great leadoff panel on health equity with @KCCAREHealth @firstcallkc @HealthTeamWorks, Centrus Health & Clay County Public Health
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#Native overdose deaths rose 39% at the start of the pandemic. Today on Native America Calling, Shawn Spruce talks with Heather Benjamin from the Indian Health Board, Dr. Spero Manson from @ColoradoSPH, and @TedAlcorn.
nativeamericacalling.com/tue…
Photo of Richard Sackler
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Did you know that the #1 killer of 15-44 year olds is now drug overdoses? Learn about the dangers of fentanyl and fake 💊 💊 💊 at this free public event with #DEA and @kcpolice. #OpEngageKC
ALT Flyer for Town Hall Meeting July 28 at 6 p.m. at KCPD Police Academy about fentanyl and fake pills. Free and open to the public.
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What are fake pills? Do you know what is in them?
Learn more on the dangers of fake pills. getsmartaboutdrugs.gov/famil……
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