Okaloosa County Health Improvement Committee holds Opioid Community Meeting

The Okaloosa County Health Improvement Committee, alongside community partners, hosted a recognition event for International Overdose Awareness Day at Crosspoint Church in Niceville.

The event featured a panel of local families who shared their impactful stories and addressed questions regarding the fight against the Opioid Crisis and the journey to recovery. The discussions highlighted the importance of prevention, the need to shift cultural perception to encourage help seeking, and the connections between children and families impacted by opioid use.