The Nevada Attorney General’s Office is displaying the Opioid Memorial Wall through Sept. 2.
The Nevada Attorney General’s Office is displaying the Opioid Memorial Wall through Sept. 2.
The wall is on display to bring awareness to the opioid crisis in Nevada and the nation.
The wall is on display in collaboration with Partnership Carson City and the Nevada Attorney General’s Office.
Held in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, (Aug. 31) the Opioid Memorial Wall is 16 feet tall by 8 feet wide with empty pill bottles affixed to it.
The display is located on the front lawn of the Office of the Attorney General, located at 100 North Carson St.
“Each bottle represents one of the deaths from an opioid overdose in Nevada to help visually demonstrate the seriousness of the issue,” said Samantha Szoyka, deputy director for Partnership Carson City. “It’s a silent killer and sometimes you may not even know if someone is struggling with addiction. That’s why it’s so vital to talk about opioids with your children, youth, family members, or friends openly. It’s also a reminder to remove harmful drugs from your homes and safely dispose of them. An overdose can happen so quickly and leaves lasting pain.”
Learn more about opioid prevention and where to find help by contacting Partnership Carson City online at PCCCarson.org or by calling 775-841-4730.
