The Knox County Regional Forensic Center reports that the number of overdose deaths has fallen to pre-pandemic levels.
Finding ‘New Pathways’
Five years in, the joint All4Knox effort has seen local overdose deaths rise — but greater coordination of services and resources to fight substance misuse.
Paying It Back
Knox County begins to distribute millions of dollars in settlements from companies that helped fuel the opioid crisis.
Putting the Monkey on a Leash
Choice Health Network’s harm reduction efforts aim to keep drug users alive so they can eventually get treatment.
The Lazarus Drug
A new report from the Health Department details the increased use of naloxone to reverse overdoses and provide second chances.
Finding Patterns of Misuse
Real-time data and case narratives from overdose deaths may hold the key to successful drug intervention in Knox County.
Room for Recovery
A new Knox County high school program will provide a combination of treatment and academics for students struggling with drugs and alcohol.
A Prescription for Listening
In a new book, Knoxville author Lesly-Marie Buer tells the stories of Kentucky women addicted to opioids in hopes that dialogue will follow.
Room for Recovery
With a new center called The Gateway, the Metro Drug Coalition aims to fill the gap between sobriety and stability.
Stats and Stories
A Mayors Summit on substance misuse presents data on the opioid epidemic, along with testimony of its toll.
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