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Planning a family or just becoming new parents? Here's what you need to know in the age of the fentanyl epidemic. Thanks to Whitney Van Vleet, MA, MS, for connecting the dots to a conversation that rarely makes it into prevention spaces 💜 Read her blog in the bio 🔗

This week’s Scholar’s Corner blog explores how the DEA’s drug classification system influences prescribing practices, treatment access, and public health outcomes. We thank Melissa for her thoughtful contribution to this important discussion. Read the full article in the bio 👆

The 2nd Annual #Ball4X tournament was a slam dunk success - congratulations to this year’s champions! In addition to the 3x3 competitive tournament, XFoundation offered on-site Narcan certification, equipping our community to save lives. Hope to see you next year!

What happens when nightmares blur into reality? Licensed therapist Rachel Wilborn, M.A., LMHCA, explores the dangerous connection between fentanyl, nightmares, and suicide. On #SuicideAwarenessDay, know you’re not alone. Blog link in bio ☝️

Virtual #panel announcement: Fentanyl #Prevention, #Policy, & #Progress. Join us, @Defentofficial, and @DanceSafe for a conversation on proactive test strips, the HALT Fentanyl Act, why deaths are declining, and a live NARCAN certification. See you there 💜 Link in the bio👆

NEW DATE: #Ball4X is now set for Saturday, August 30, which means you’ve got time to train, rally your crew, and show up ready. Please register at the link in our bio. Game day is August 30 - see you there!

Whether you’re looking to take it easy with friends or go head-to-head with semi-pro players, there’s a place for you at Ball4X. Register today in the 3v3 tournament on August 2 — with food, community, and a chance to support a life-saving cause. Link in our bio ☝

We're sending a huge THANK YOU to Mike and Dar, owners of @brasstapcos-the best local craft beer spot in town-for being Platinum Sponsors of #Ball4X two years in a row 💜 Hit the link in our bio to register/sponsor!👆

#Poisoning emergencies don’t wait, and neither do we. #Narcan is a proven tool that reverses opioid overdoses yet, so many myths still surround it. Aaron Vestal is setting the record straight in our latest blog (link in the bio). What myths have you heard about Narcan?

Our second annual 3v3 basketball tournament is going down on Saturday, August 2, at Hillside Community Center! When: Sat., August 2 | 9:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration: $25 per player | $125 per team | $5 general admission Tag your hoopers and loved ones. Let’s #Ball4X

💜 Today is #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay. Across Colorado, XFoundation and our allies are gathering to listen, educate, remember, and act. Scroll to see some of the events we participated in, and please consider donating using the link in the bio. #OnePillCanKill #Colorado

On March 18, we brought together nearly 100 students, parents, educators, health pros, and local leaders (including Mayor Yemi) for a conversation about #fentanyl poisoning. Read our recap blog in the bio👆 Thank you for being part of our journey 💜

@XFoundation12 @yemimobolade educating the community on Fentanyl Poisoning

For the second year, XFoundation is waiving #athletic, #physical, and #musicalfees for Jack Swigert Middle School students! Help us create more opportunities for students and #donate in the link today 💜 #fentanylpoisoning #XFoundationscholarship

Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀 Reminder that TOMORROW, we will host our #BeyondOverdose Panel 💜 We're so pleased to introduce you to our fourth panelist, Sandra Paz! A middle school counselor at Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy Middle School. RSVP now at the link in the bio 👆

Beyond Overdose Panelist Spotlight: Kristi Brewser, LPC, LAC Kristi represents Denver Recovery Group, LLC, an opioid treatment center providing affordable, accessible, and stigma-free MAT services to individuals in Denver and surrounding communities. RSVP link in bio👆

P.S. Why chocolate chip cookies? 🍪 #Fentanyl doesn’t mix evenly in drugs - one part of a pill/baggie may have none, while another could be lethal like chocolate chips randomly dispersed in dough. This "#chocolatechipcookieeffec is why testing every bit of a substance is crucial.

Meet Beyond Overdose panelist, Jessica Breemen (she/her), Chief Growth & Impact Officer at @DanceSafe. We’re just ONE WEEK away! Join us on March 18 to hear from Jessica and other experts, including Ben Westhoff, CDC, UCCS, and more. RSVP link in bio ⬆️ #fentanylpoisoning

Teen overdose deaths have more than doubled in two years, fueled by illicit fentanyl. Awareness saves lives. 📖 Read our latest Scholar’s Corner blog by Melissa Morrissette, LICSW, CDP, CMHS, MA, for data-driven prevention strategies. Link in bio 👆 #fentanylpoisoning

Shoutout to all of the strong, talented, and dedicated women that work with the DEAEF in bringing healthy activities, strong mentorships, and important prevention education to our youth across the country! We couldn’t do what we do without all of you! Thank you all! 🫶