The Twindemic: Substance Abuse During COVID-19

Let’s talk about the other pandemic: substance abuse. 
With social isolation at an all-time high, overdose rates have been on the rise during COVID-19. It’s being called the “twindemic,” and public health leaders are advocating for more prevention measures, education, and resources to address it. 
In this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Elinore McCance-Katz, an addiction psychiatrist and the former chief medical officer at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA.) 
Along with our co-hosts Dr. Jim McDonald and Dr. Philip Chan, Dr. Katz talks about the connection between mental health and substance abuse. What does she say is key to breaking down the stigma around these topics? Download this week’s episode to learn more.