The strength of OD Free Marin lives within the commitment of our committee members. OD Free Marin interviewed Laura Kandell, the Education & Outreach Action Team Co Chair, to hear more from someone who is committed to being of service. From working in healthcare, then transitioning to social services, Laura has exhibited a deep passion…
Launched in December 2024 and running throughout January 2025, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) initiated outreach and educational efforts to invite public feedback on overdose prevention priorities in the community. The insights provided were utilized to inform the proposed allocations of opioid settlement funds presented to the Board of Supervisors last month…
Youth Perspective: Why do Marin teens use? Youth substance use in Marin County is significantly higher than the California state average. According to the California Healthy Kids Survey, nearly twice as many Marin County students reported using one or more substances in the past 30 days compared to students statewide. Rates of alcohol, marijuana, and…