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We are Voices from the Opioid Crisis—a living archive of raw, honest stories from those touched by addiction, recovery, and loss.

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What to Know About 7-OH, the Vape Shop Hazard

I recently read an article published in JAMA by Samantha Anderer.  Health officials are sounding the alarm on 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a highly concentrated kratom derivative frequently sold in vape shops, gas stations, and online. Although naturally occurring in kratom leaves in trace amounts, new products utilize synthetic processes to boost 7-OH concentrations, creating effects comparable to morphine. Available as fruit-flavored gummies, tablets, and shots, these products are legally accessible and specifically

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What to Know About 7-OH, the Vape Shop Hazard

I recently read an article published in JAMA by Samantha Anderer.  Health officials are sounding the alarm on 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a highly concentrated kratom derivative frequently sold in vape shops, gas stations, and online. Although naturally occurring in kratom leaves in trace amounts, new products utilize synthetic processes to boost 7-OH concentrations, creating effects comparable to morphine. Available as fruit-flavored gummies, tablets, and shots, these products

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Stories That Stay With Us

Jarrod Barber

“… more and more parents were contacting me about that doctor. I started collecting empty pill bottles and scripts from parents and worked with the DEA to arrest her.”

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Ryan Souder

His so called “friend” took him to live with him, and less than a month later (Oct.12,2012) my precious baby boy overdosed alone in that friend’s house.

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Kyle Hamilton

I want to open the eyes and hearts of those who have not experienced addiction or watched it demolish the lives of loved ones. I want to provide some form of encouragement to those who struggle with addiction. I want to shine a beacon of hope and community to the families and friends who love an addict.

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