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Podcast: New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)
Episode: Fentanyl Epidemic and Drug Treatment Resources | 12.20.21
Description: The synthetic drug fentanyl is wreaking havoc on the state of New Mexico, specifically the city of Albuquerque, becoming the number 1 drug driving crime in the state’s largest city. The Line opinion panel weighs in on what can be done to control the rising number of users, and overdoses. Plus, the mindset parents should take when discussing the relatively new, and highly potent drug.
Also this week, Correspondent Laura Paskus learns more about what resources are available for those struggling with addiction. She sits down with Lou Duran of Serenity Mesa Recovery Center as well as th...