The Lincoln County Public Health Office has launched the I Am Every Piece campaign, a new initiative aimed at raising awareness around substance use prevention and reducing the stigma of addiction. By providing free resources like naloxone (Narcan), safe medication return envelopes, and secure lock bags for medications, the public health office supports individuals and families facing risks related to alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and opioids. The campaign emphasizes that substance use disorder can affect anyone, no matter their background or circumstances, and aims to highlight that every person is more than just their struggle with addiction.

At the heart of the I Am Every Piece campaign is the belief that empathy, prevention, and open conversations are the foundation of a healthier community. Lincoln County Public Health is dedicated to making sure that help is available and hope is real for those affected by substance use. By encouraging people to look out for one another, know the risks, spot early warning signs, and reach out for support, the campaign empowers individuals to make informed choices and take positive steps toward recovery.

Reducing the stigma around substance use disorder is central to this campaign. Addiction is a health issue, not a moral failing, and overcoming shame or fear is often the first step to seeking help. Through sharing personal stories and promoting harm reduction, the I Am Every Piece campaign encourages the community to listen with compassion, support recovery, and foster a stigma-free environment where everyone feels safe to reach out. Together, these efforts help reshape how Lincoln County views substance use and recovery – showing that with support, there is always a way out and there is always hope.

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