As more states legalize marijuana, its use is on the rise across the country. A recent analysis of National Survey on Drug Use and Health data shows that daily marijuana consumption has now surpassed daily alcohol use. But for one grieving mother, the growing acceptance of the drug comes with an urgent warning—where it comes from matters, and one bad decision can be deadly. Paula Santos-Young says she lost her son, Andrew, after he unknowingly consumed marijuana laced with a deadly substance. Hear her heartbreaking story, how she’s raising awareness about the growing danger, and what she says all Americans need to know.
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Paula Santos-Young
Paula Santos Young lost her beloved son Andrew in March 2022 after he unknowingly consumed fentanyl-laced marijuana. In his memory, she co-founded Achieve Greatness, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness about the fentanyl crisis and advocating for urgent change. Paula is a passionate national speaker, honored with numerous awards for her tireless efforts to prevent other families from experiencing the same devastating loss.
