CHICAGO – In advance of International Overdose Awareness Day, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D- Chicago, will join the Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition for a round table panel discussion Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Healthcare Alternative Systems Community Room, located at 4734 W. Chicago Ave. on Chicago’s West Side.
“Overdose deaths continue to take a significant toll on families across our community, but there is hope,” Ford said. “Together we can make a real impact that values every life with the respect and
support that everyone deserves. As we mark International Overdose Awareness Day, I’m excited to join leaders on this panel who are working hard every day to make a difference with evidence-based solutions.”
Wednesday’s round table will feature Dr. Tanya Sorrell of Rush University Medical Center, Sam Rivera of OnPoint NYC and Dr. Jenny Hua from the Chicago Department of Public Health. The event will also include a mock overdose prevention site and harm reduction resources.
To sign up in advance to attend virtually, or for additional event information, please visit https://www.illinoisharmreduction.org/copy-of-end-overdose-now-il-8-28. While space is available for media, the event is at capacity for public attendees.
For more information, please contact RepFord@LaShawnFord.com.
Who: State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition, Healthcare
Alternative Systems, Dr. Tanya Sorrell of Rush University Medical Center, Sam Rivera of OnPoint
NYC and Dr. Jenny Hua from the Chicago Department of Public Health.
What: International Overdose Awareness Day Community Conversation Round Table
When: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024; 1-3 p.m.
Where: Healthcare Alternative Systems Community Room; 4734 W. Chicago Ave.
Rep. La Shawn Ford
(D-Chicago)
8th District
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