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.
The Opioid Effect
A University of Tennessee study is the first to quantify the workforce impact of the prescription drug epidemic.
No Easy Fix
Sam Quinones, the bestselling author of ‘Dreamland,’ tells Knoxville leaders the solutions to the opioid epidemic begin with community.
View From the Summit
The city and county mayors convene community leaders to talk about a coordinated response to opioids and other drugs.
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