Virginia expands fentanyl prevention program after successful pilot test

Published August 28, 2024 12:18pm ET



Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) and Virginia first lady Suzanne Youngkin announced Wednesday the expansion of a fentanyl awareness program, emphasizing education and support resources to deal with the overdose epidemic in the Commonwealth.

Suzanne Youngkin began the “It Only Takes One” campaign in January in Roanoke, Virginia, as a pilot. Since then, parents have reported a 12% increase in awareness about the dangers and pervasiveness of fentanyl, and 55% of parents are now more likely to discuss these concerns with their children.

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