5,501 Steps for Lives Lost to Overdose | Gainesville News

In Gainesville, thousands took a symbolic 5,501-step walk — one for each life lost to overdose last year — during “Taking Strides to End Overdose,” part of International Overdose Awareness Day. Organized by the Nehemiah Project, the event united community members and law enforcement in a powerful call to action, honoring victims, breaking stigma, and demanding solutions to a crisis that touches every corner of society. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8ca1bef9074b1e8f