Students observe International Overdose Awareness Day
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on August 31, 2023
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Students across the state are hosting events Thursday for International Overdose Awareness Day.
What You Need To Know
- Thursday is International Overdose Awareness Day
- In 2021, 4,041 people died of an overdose in North Carolina
- Fellows for a Students for Sensible Drug Policy initiative are hosting events across the state to raise awareness and encourage prevention
It’s a day to honor the lives lost and promote prevention.
According to the 
