Thursday, Aug. 31 marks International Overdose Awareness Day International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose. It’s a day to:
- Remember loved ones who have died from drug overdose and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind.
- Take action to encourage support and recovery for everyone impacted by substance use and overdose.
- End overdose by spreading awareness of overdose prevention strategies.
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