In this episode of Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we sit down with Susannah Burt from Weber Human Services to explore the unique strengths of Weber County, Utah. From strong community connections to innovative local efforts, Susannah highlights what makes the region resilient. We also dive into the challenges the county faces and discuss why prevention is often considered the long game. Susannah shares why, despite its slow and steady nature, prevention work is deeply rewarding and essential for lasting change.

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