AIDS Free Pittsburgh Participates in Overdose Awareness Event

Hazell Azzer of AFP poses with Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey.

AIDS Free Pittsburgh joined dozens of local organizations, officials, and residents at a resource fair at the City-County Building to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31.

Local organizations set up tables where people could be connected to resources and learn about overdoses and substance use disorders. Mayor Ed Gainey urged attendees to spread awareness about overdoses and other risks associated with drugs. He also called for more funding for recovery and education programs.