11/13/2025
I came across an article that really hit home about how some Baltimore media coverage might actually be making the OD crisis worse instead of helping. We saw this in the beginning with them publishing information about it being a so-called “new drug” & even being cut with Freon: both things we know not to be true. Had they actually spoken to workers on the frontlines, like harm reduction workers & outreach workers, or even people who actually use these substances: they may have been more accurate on the situation at hand and describing it as such.
At Grasonville Health Services, we see firsthand what happens when people are scared to ask for help because of how addiction gets talked about.
It’s easy to judge when you’ve never been there, but the truth is: addiction doesn’t care who you are, where you live, or what you believe in. It’s hit every family in one way or another.
Sometimes the way things are shown on TV or social media makes it worse. It can make people feel like they’ll be looked down on or treated like criminals instead of human beings who need help. And that’s not how we fix this.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) works. People do recover when they’re met with understanding, not shame.
That’s exactly what we do here at GHS: meet folks where they are, help them get steady, & walk with them through the process.
If you or someone you care about is struggling, please reach out. There’s no judgement here: just real help, from people who care. We are open Monday through Friday 5:30 AM to 12:30 PM. No appointments needed!
+1 (410) 413-7880
https://communityrhs.com
101 Drummer Drive
Grasonville MD 21638
Experts say coverage in Baltimore has spread misinformation and steered a city struggling with the overdose crisis toward police crackdowns.
