Our Epidemic
After 1,095 opioid-related deaths in Northeast Ohio in 2016, officials are calling it the public health crisis of our time. We examine the impact of the opioid problem, how it’s infecting the region and the solutions needed to recover.
Our Epidemic
The Opioid Crisis: What to Know Now
Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner Dr. Thomas Gilson talks about the fight against opioids, the benefits of Narcan and what might be next.
Our Epidemic: Sobriety Now
Three individuals who wrestled with opioids talk to us about finding sobriety.
Our Epidemic: Finding A Voice
After losing her daughter to an overdose, Sheryl Hirsh has become an advocate for those we've lost.
Our Epidemic: The Conversation Starters
Four leaders discuss how to combat the opioid crisis in Northeast Ohio.
Our Epidemic: Limiting Prescription Usage
A new Ohio law will impact how many opioids are prescribed by doctors.
Our Epidemic: How To Safely Use Pain Medicine
Advice on how to manage prescribed opioid use.
Our Epidemic: Other Ways To Deal With Chronic Pain
Three local doctors show us alternative treatments to opioids.
Our Epidemic: A Father's Crusade
Greg McNeil turned the loss of his son into a lesson for all.
Our Epidemic: Offering Support
After struggling to get sober, Gina Bonaminio helps others with addiction find their way.
Our Epidemic: Responding To A Crisis
Parma firefighter and paramedic David Knecht has been on the front lines for more than 20 years.
Our Epidemic: Fighting The Opioid Problem
The DEA's Keith Martin takls about fentanyl, drug routes and more.
Our Epidemic: The Power of Addiction
A man who uses heroin shares his story.