College students across the country are encountering deadly synthetic drugs in new and dangerous ways including counterfeit medications like stimulants to power through long nights of studying and finishing projects. While some have their own medications, others often borrow from friends or purchase them online—a dangerous trend compounded by the rise of laced and fake pills.
To discuss this timely issue, (MAPDA) convened a webinar featuring medical professionals, public health advocates, and student leaders to tackle this crisis head-on. The discussion provides actionable insights on preventing overdoses and equipping campuses with the education and tools necessary to keep students safe, including access to all FDA-approved overdose reversal agents.
With 70% of overdoses linked to synthetics in ‘party drugs‘ and counterfeit medications, campuses must be equipped to tackle this urgent issue.
Featured Speakers:
· Dr. Ebony Copeland, Student Health Center Director at Howard University
· Christina Freibott, PhD Candidate at the Boston University School of Public Health
· Hays Stritikus, student at University of Richmond and co-director of Students Against Overdose
· Chris Didier, advocate, pilot and Executive Board Member for Stop the Void