Raising Lazarus: Hope, Justice, and the Future of America’s Overdose Crisis

An Eye-Opening Account of America’s Battle Against Overdose

Embark on a journey into the heart of the overdose crisis with Beth Macy, the New York Times bestselling author of “Dopesick” and “Factory Man.” In “Raising Lazarus,” she presents a deeply reported and deeply moving account of everyday heroes who are bravely fighting on the front lines of this devastating crisis.

1. The Ongoing Battle: America’s Overdose Crisis

Pharmaceutical Giants and Unanswered Questions

As America grapples with a relentless overdose crisis, pharmaceutical companies remain unaccountable for the harm they’ve caused. Court battles against opioid manufacturers, distributors, and retailers drag on, while addiction rates reach alarming levels during the COVID pandemic. Discover the urgent need for leadership, swift action, and change.

2. A Fragmented Response: Challenges and Solutions

Unifying Law Enforcement and Medical Leaders

Explore the challenges in forging a consensus between law enforcement and medical leaders. Gain insight into the struggle to scale programs that are saving lives but operating at their limits. The heroes on the front lines tirelessly work to provide care to the homeless and addicted, while activists and bereaved families demand accountability from Purdue and the Sackler family.

3. Unsung Heroes: Compassion and Understanding

Fighting Stigma, Saving Lives

Meet the unsung heroes from diverse backgrounds who refuse to stigmatize people struggling with addiction. From harm reductionists risking arrest to activists advocating for change, they share a profound understanding of addiction’s impact and refuse to abandon those in need, unlike some big pharma executives and politicians.