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By Kara Hay
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A few months ago I became aware of a serious life threatening situation related to substance abuse that was happening with a very close family friend. He had been life-flighted to a nearby hospital. His organ functions were failing. He needed a breathing tube and a central line. He had alcohol-induced hepatitis and was experiencing very serious opiate withdrawal.

He has the most amazing wife, bright preschool-aged son and the kindest young daughter you have ever met. Prior to this event, this husband and father of two had sought medical help for his addiction, but was unable to access the immediate, direct and coordinated help he needed.  He took matters into his own hands and decided to wean himself off alcohol as well as the myriad of substances that he was prescribed.

He thought he could take care of this himself, but his body failed him as he withdrew. He began falling down regularly and hitting his head on the floor. He stopped eating for days. His eyes began to glow yellow and he became delusional. Fortunately, he landed in the ICU. If he hadn’t, I have no doubt that he would not have continued to live, though he wanted to. 

 I share this story because I am “over the edge” optimistic that with better access to treatment, at all access points within our healthcare system, stories like this can be avoided.

 Efforts like this will help improve access to treatment, reduce stigma and literally save lives. Will you join me?

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