Appalachia Meets World Episode 164 - Appalachia's "Silent Killer" with Dr. Daniel Moore and Sarah Laurel

It's National Recovery Month!

In this episode, Neil and Will sit down with Dr. Daniel Moore and Sarah Laurel, two experts on chronic hepatitis C (HCV) and the link to injection drug use.  While not from the region, they speak specifically about the health effects of this in Appalachia.  Leading into National Recovery Month in September, the numbers of this disease are staggering.  Approximately 2.4 million Americans are living with HCV, with cases more than doubling over the past ten years with the opioid epidemic exacerbating the rise. Today, it is estimated that 50% of people who inject drugs are also living with HCV.  Hear Dr. Moore and Sarah speak on the importance of education and outreach as approximately 40% of people living with it are totally unaware they have it.  Take a listen as they advocate for interventions and the possibility of elimination...does that mean there is a cure?  Listen and find out!  You might even hear Neil's jealousy as it pertains to a another brother duo from the "big city."  Also, don't forget about the #AppBiz(s) of the week: Reintegrate Appalachia; and Dirty Girl Coffee!

Savage Sisters Recovery - www.savagesisters.org 

App News:

The "Scruffy Little City" of Knoxville, TN - www.cnn.com/travel/knoxville-tennessee-best-towns-america/index.html 

Hydrogen Hub Opening - www.ideastream.org/environment-energy/2024-08-26/appalachian-hydrogen-hub-opens-some-question-if-it-will-bring-clean-energy 

Healing Appalachia - https://healingappalachia.org

AppBiz:

Reintegrate Appalachia - www.reintegrateappalachia.org

Dirty Girl Coffee - www.dirtygirlcoffee.com