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Ep.248 Fentanyl: What Every Family Needs to Know

56m | Sep 5, 2026

Fentanyl has changed the dangers of drug experimentation because a person may not even realize it is present in a counterfeit pill or another illicit substance.

In this deeply personal episode of McCollum Wellness Radio, Dr. Duncan McCollum steps away from his usual health topics to discuss fentanyl, addiction and the warning signs families should recognize.

Dr. McCollum shares how physical pain, family tragedy, isolation and early experimentation contributed to his own path into drug use. He also describes the frightening experience that made him realize he wanted to live and the support that helped him begin changing his life.

In this episode, Dr. McCollum discusses:

What fentanyl is and why it is so powerful
How fentanyl may be hidden in counterfeit prescription pills
How it may be mixed with other illicit substances
The physical signs associated with a fentanyl overdose
The short-term and long-term effects of fentanyl
How pain, loss and the desire to escape can contribute to addiction
His personal experience with drug use and recovery
Why continued support can matter for someone who is struggling
The importance of education, awareness and reaching out for help

Dr. McCollum references The Truth About Fentanyl and other educational materials available through Drug-Free World. For more information: DrugFreeWorld.org 888-668-6378

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