For this assignment you will begin by viewing the documentary, One Nation Overdosed, and respond the the prompts provided below.
First Posting:
In the documentary, the Montgomery county Coroner was interviewed and identified that this has been discussed with state health officials that this is in fact a health emergency.
Reflect and discuss the role of the coroner in the prevention of opioid overdoes.
In the documentary, it was made very clear that many of the current users of opioids, either fentanyl or heroin, have experienced the loss of a loved one or someone close to them.
1) In 2 paragraphs or less, discuss why opioid users continue to use despite having experienced the loss of family/friends as a result of overdose AND discuss least 2 strategies that the community can use these individuals as a way to mitigate the opioid crisis.
Throughout the documentary law enforcement has a pronounced presence and demonstrated and discussed many prevention strategies that are currently employed throughout the county.
1) In one paragraph, share whether or not you feel that law enforcement is the right individuals to address the Opioid crisis to the degree that they demonstrated? Why or why not? Justify your opinion.
2)In one paragraph, discuss whether or not you feel that law enforcement is adequately equipped (I.e. personnel, training, etc) to mitigate this growing epidemic? If not, what can be done to better equip them with the necessary tools and/or training provide examples.
3) Research one strategy that is currently being used in the United States by law enforcement (that was not discussed in the documentary) that could be applied in Montgomery County to help prevent and control the opioid crisis. Be sure to cite your sources.
Briefly, in one to two paragraphs, summarize what you learned after watching this documentary. Include any eye-opening or alarming statistics that you were previously unaware of.
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