Pill Mills to Fentanyl: Tackling the Opioid Epidemic

In a recent expert panel discussion titled ‘Pill Mills to Fentanyl: Tackling the Opioid Epidemic,’ leading figures from healthcare, nonprofit, and criminal justice sectors convened to address the alarming 600% increase in drug overdoses from 2000 to 2023. Through insightful dialogue, the panel underscored the imperative of a multifaceted, collaborative approach to combatting addiction, emphasizing policy reform, community education, and evidence-based interventions as crucial pillars in the fight against opioid misuse and its devastating consequences.

Environment Wellness

Ruby Cox, coordinator of the Institute of Environmental Research & Education, spoke at ESG’s What’s the Tea event about environmental wellness. She outlined the institute’s work in research, education, and engagement, emphasizing its broad impact across all 6 colleges at UNF. Cox also provided tips on sustainable living. More info at unf.edu/environment.