An Overview of the Opioid Overdose Crisis and its Impact on our Communities
Dec. 9, 2025
10–11 a.m. ET
Online via Zoom
Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by Michigan Substance Use Prevention, Education, and Recovery (MiSUPER). We will delve into evidence-based practices addressing opioid use prevention, treatment, and recovery. This presentation offers a comprehensive understanding of the opioid epidemic, its physiological and community impacts, and strategies for supporting individuals on their recovery journey.
Key Objectives:
- Highlighting the significance of language in discussing substance use.
- Defining opioids and exploring their effects on the human body.
- Understanding the motivations behind opioid use.
- Examining the impact of the overdose crisis on communities.
- Identifying actionable steps to mitigate the crisis and save lives.
- Painting a picture of what recovery entails.
Please note that this webinar will not be recorded live.
Registration for Michigan Substance Use Prevention Education and Recovery (MiSUPER) is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on December 8, 2025.
Accommodations
Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For questions related to this program, please contact Liz Williams at josaitis@msu.edu.