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Addiction in Vermont Part 2 - The Evidence-Based Model to Decrease Addiction 03/03/2019

"Planet Youth" (previously Youth in Iceland)

Grounded in grassroots efforts and community connectedness where children are recognized as a product of family, local culture and the larger society. The focus is on changing the environment, not blaming, judging or "just say no" programs. This program has shown proven success around the world. Can it work in Vermont? If yes, can Vermont muster the will to implement a similar program?

Addiction in Vermont Part 1 - Causes and Challenges: The Economics of the Industry of Addiction 02/24/2019

This program explores the economic forces driving our increasing youth addiction rates in Vermont. Why does industry create more addictive product and market to and target our most vulnerable, including our youth? How does the industry's corporate personhood and commercial free speech rights factor into the industry of addictions influence and power? Presentation by Catherine Antley, MD.

Discussion on the Opioid Crisis in Vermont 11/17/2017

Despite the hard work of many state and local agencies and individuals that undoubtedly has saved lives, opioid-related deaths in the State of Vermont increased by 38 percent in 2016, a stark reminder that we must do more to turn the tide of the opioid crisis.

Bernie Sanders, TJ Donovan, and Dr. Heather Stein are joined by special guest Kelly Brier to share their experiences on the front lines of the battle against this mounting crisis in the hardest hit state in America.

Mayor's Town Hall on the Opiate Crisis 03/16/2017

Mayor Weinberger, Chief del Pozo, and State's Attorney Sarah George host a Town Hall Meeting where the City explains its approach to the public and encourages community awareness of the opioid crisis. The City has also released a draft of 11 principles to guide its efforts to address this crisis, and we are asking you to weigh in as we finalize this document and bring it before the City Council.

Congressman Peter Welch: Congressman Peter Welch Speaks on the Opiate Crisis in the U.S. 05/10/2016

Rep. Welch holds a press conference to highlight a package of legislation scheduled for a vote on the House floor this week. The legislation addresses the opioid epidemic by expanding treatment and data sharing. Welch is joined by Mayor Miro Weinberger, Vermont Department of Health Commissioner Harry Chen, Chittenden County State’s Attorney T.J. Donovan, as well as other health care and criminal justice leaders.