Podcast Episodes

Countermeasures Season 3: Preparing for Tomorrow’s Health Threats

Season 3

In our first two seasons, Countermeasures examined the opioid crisis and its far-reaching impact across communities. Now, we’re widening the lens. Season 3 explores emerging global health threats, fr…

Published on 11 hours ago

Aging during the opioid crisis

Season 2 Episode 6

When you think of the opioid crisis, older adults are likely not what comes to mind. However, older adults are highly impacted by the crisis. For some, it is a result of the opioid medications prescr…

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

Preparing students for opioid emergencies

Season 2 Episode 5

Going to college is an exciting time filled with new experiences. For some students, it might also be their first exposure to opioids, and they may not know the dangers of accidental overdose. 

Howeve…

Published on 1 year ago

Creating safer workplaces

Season 2 Episode 4

Stress and other challenges often follow us into the workplace, and for those struggling with opioid dependency, the risks can be even more serious. Opioid overdose can happen on the job, yet many em…

Published on 1 year ago

Keeping students safe from opioid overdose

Season 2 Episode 3

Opioid overdose is a leading cause of accidental death in the United States, and middle and high school students are dying at unacceptable rates. Students across the country are advocating for more e…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Compassionate care for new mothers

Season 2 Episode 2

It takes a village to care for a newborn and navigate early motherhood, but mothers with a history of opioid dependency often lack the community support that can help them thrive. Stigma can be a bar…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Improving outcomes in jails and prisons

Season 2 Episode 1

Navigating the criminal justice system can be a difficult experience for anyone, but for people who struggle with opioid use, or those in recovery, these challenges can feel insurmountable. Treatment…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Season 2 of Countermeasures is Coming Soon

Season 2

Welcome back to Countermeasures. In our upcoming season, we are taking a closer look at some of the communities hit hardest by the opioid crisis. From the corridors of elder care facilities to the bu…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

BONUS: The role of government in combating the opioid crisis

Season 1 Episode 7

Congress plays an important role in addressing the opioid crisis as a public health emergency. In this bonus episode, hear how policymakers are working to identify solutions that help support our com…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

How Tribal communities are addressing the opioid crisis

Season 1 Episode 6

Native American communities have been some of the hardest hit by the opioid crisis. To understand why, the historical, social and economic contexts must be taken into consideration. In this episode, …

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago