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Spotlight on Opioids and Overdose Event is Nov. 2 —Add 1 <br /> In 2021, the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General joined a $26 billion multi-state <br /> settlement agreement with more than a dozen companies that manufactured, sold, or distributed <br /> prescription painkillers for their role in fueling the opioid crisis. As part of this settlement, Anoka <br /> County anticipates receiving approximately $18 million in disbursements over the next 18 years <br /> to address the opioid crisis and prevent opioid deaths in our community. <br /> Settlement funding is allocated exclusively for initiatives focused on treatment and <br /> prevention within the areas of public health, human services, and public safety. This presents a <br /> chance to support approaches that not only tackle mental health and substance use requirements <br /> but also prioritize community-based primary prevention and strategies aimed at enhancing the <br /> well-being of children and families. <br /> For more information on Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative, visit <br /> anokacounlymn.gov/ACOSI. <br /> -30- <br /> S avERDosE <br /> tpll <br /> SATURDAY • <br /> Presentations by experts on <br /> • 2 opioids and addiction <br /> NOVFree Naloxone and training <br /> +y /► t� avaiable to attendees <br /> 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM ° Panel of individuals sharing their <br /> stories of addiction,recovery,& <br /> Columbia Academy hope <br /> 900 49th Ave NE,Columbia Heights <br /> Gymnoelnm Over 30 community healthcare, <br /> treatment,&recovery vendors <br /> Come and see how Anoka County is <br /> responding to the opicid epidemic.This Free coffee"&pizza <br /> FREE event aims to raise awareness <br /> about overdose prevention and provide Join us and be part of this <br /> support for individuals and Families important conversation as we work <br /> affected by substance abuse.A day towards creating a safer and <br /> filled with insightful education, healthier Anoka County. <br /> discussions,informative sessions and 'Coffeefiom Serenity Bean toffee <br /> networking opportunities.. p p <br /> For more information on event <br /> speakers and vendors <br /> l scan QR code or visit: <br /> AnokaCountyMN.gov/ACOSI <br /> ANOKA COUNTY <br /> IOiID SOLUTIONS INITIATIVE <br /> WB:bv <br />