As a paramedic, I responded to countless overdoses. Then my best friend died from one

Cam Fenton, a paramedic, has been on the front lines of countless overdose incidents, but his world turned upside down when his best friend died from an opioid overdose. This tragic event pushed him to reflect on the broader opioid crisis, especially the fate of those who work to help others at supervised injection sites. Fenton's story underscores the ongoing, devastating impact of the opioid epidemic and raises questions about prevention and support systems for both users and those dedicated to helping them. It highlights the urgent need for more effective strategies to combat this crisis.