CTO’s Hanna Kazempour joined Governor Walz’s roundtable discussion with U.S. Representative Angie Craig and other community leaders to discuss both the challenges and opportunities to address the opioid crisis. Discussions centered on culturally specific overdose prevention programs and reducing stigma that often prevents those with substance use disorders from asking for the support they need The administration committed an additional $25 million investment to fight the crisis, emphasizing collective action. With this united effort, hope rises for effective solutions to save lives and combat addiction.