Cammie Wolf Rice's mission to save lives through opioid prevention

Episode notes

This week on “Heart of the Matter,” Elizabeth Vargas sits down with philanthropist and author Cammie Wolf Rice. Cammie shares the heartbreaking story of her son Christopher's fatal overdose at age 32, following an opioid prescription that led to more than a decade of addiction. Through her non-profit Christopher Wolf Crusade, Cammie has turned her profound loss into a mission that is saving lives by dedicating her time to educate families about opioid risks and alternative pain options. Content warning: This episode contains mentions of death, as well as in-depth discussions of substance use. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder, please contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline at (800) 662-4357. These programs provide free, confidential support 24/7. You are not alone.

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