08/31/2025
🕯️ International Overdose Awareness Day 🕯️
Today, August 31st, we pause to remember those who have lost their lives to overdose, support the families and communities affected, and raise awareness about prevention and recovery.
Overdose is a growing public health crisis that affects people across all backgrounds. Reducing stigma, increasing access to evidence-based treatment, and expanding harm reduction strategies are essential steps toward saving lives.
💜 What you can do:
✔️ Learn the signs of overdose and how to respond.
✔️ Encourage open conversations about substance use without judgment.
✔️ Advocate for accessible mental health and addiction services.
✔️ Support harm reduction efforts in your community.
Every life lost to overdose is one too many. Together, through awareness, compassion, and action, we can work toward a future with fewer overdoses and more opportunities for recovery.
