Hurricane Helene disrupted access to Suboxone for people with opioid use disorder in North Carolina. Local community members rallied to maintain medication access and support for vulnerable populations during the crisis.
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Helene frayed the safety net for people who use drugs. This community wove it back together.

Weaverville, North Carolina Location
Suboxone (Opioid Use Disorder Treatment) Medication at risk
Community-Led Mutual Aid Coordination Response
Hurricane Helene Supply Disruptions Crisis trigger