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STOPPNow the Book – Be Informed – Be Involved

The chilling first hand-account of the horrors of the opiate epidemic told by a neonatal intensive care nurse, will forever open your eyes to the consequences suffered by the drug-addicted babies,families and our nation. Living in any community in the United States, the effect of the opiate epidemic is felt. Broward County Florida where the author Janet Colbert lives and worked is the epicenter of the opiate epidemic for our entire nation. In the year 2016 there were more overdose deaths in the United States than the entire Viet Nam War. Through research Colbert discovered the world of corruption and greed and revealed the elicit players in the book.  amazon.com/author/janet-colbert

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/stoppnow-janet-colbert/1127074954?ean=9781480975620

 

 

 

 

Breaking the “silence” for all people with substance use disorders, some of the most vulnerable people in our society today.
We work tirelessly to end the narcotic fatal epidemic that claimed and contiue to claim lives. In addition, babies born addicted has increased. Nationwide we are loosing 120 lives per day.
Not my child? Not in my backyard?
Think again.
StoppNow

REVIEWS

Larry G

September 30, 2017

A wonderful book! Inspirational and emotional. “Stoppnow” is a testament to what one person’s efforts can create to bring awareness and knowledge to the largest epidemic presently consuming North America. Janet has chronicled the lack of effort from our politicians, public officials, medical associations, and medical boards as people continue to become addicted and/or die. The old adage, ‘The fiddler played while Rome burned.” has never had more meaning. Although Nero is not mentioned in the book, the phrase brings clarity for me, “Nero has been reincarnated and controls the epidemic.”
Janet and the people who have continued their support of her efforts deserve great adulation. For those who know little about the history of our “do nothing leaders” or need to be reminded that the epidemic did not start yesterday and had the support of too many otherwise decent people need to read this book. At some point, North America will reach the tipping point where they have become disgusted with the damage and destruction from the opioids. I hope this book is the beginning impetus.
“StoppNow” is an excellent start for those who have recently been affected personally or by a loved one addicted or died from the opioids. The book is also a refresher on reminding those of us who have been aware of the epidemic how incredibly ingenious the drug companies have been to bring destruction and death behind the vernacular of “logical explanations” and unscrupulous attorneys.
Judy Rummler

February 21, 2018

This excellent book details the countless efforts that the author has made to bring an end to the opiate epidemic in the state of Florida. Janet Colbert has used her vast knowledge and experience as a neo-natal intensive care nurse in Broward County to inform readers of the tragic loss of life that has occurred because of pill mills whose owners made millions of dollars and were motivated by greed alone. Politicians and healthcare workers often ignored her pleas, but Janet has never given up. This well-written book tells of the successes she has had and reminds us that there is still much that needs to be done to end this public health crisis.
Kristen

November 2, 2017

Written by a dear friend and advocate on the prescription pill crisis; I was personally affected by this epidemic and found her book clear and informational. There is much sadness between the print – a must read for those who are unfamiliar with the issues, the politics, and the pharmaceutical profession as related to the ‘Organized Pill Pushers’. Thank you, Janet.
Renee Doyle

October 23, 2017

I HOPE EVERYONE READS THIS BOOK FOR PUBLIC AWARENESS TO THIS DEVASTATING EPIDEMIC THAT IS TOUCHING SO MANY, NOT ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES, BUT INTERNATIONALLY. TWO OF MY SONS FELL VICTIM TO OPIOID ADDICTION, AND I LOST MY ONE SON IN 2009. LOSING A CHILD IS SO VERY HARD BUT BY READING THIS BOOK YOU MAY BECOME EDUCATED TO THE DESTRUCTION THIS HAS CREATED, AND HELP SAVE LIVES. WON’T YOU PLEASE GET ON BOARD AND HELP FIGHT THIS TRAGIC PROBLEM AND SAFE A LIFE TODAY!!!!
Mike

March 29, 2018

Great book with a first hand perspective on the fight against terrible drug problem in South Florida and beyond. This should be required reading for doctors and clinicians.
Andrew Kolodny MD

February 8, 2018

Outstanding insider’s view of the opioid addiction epidemic from the perspective of a neonatal nurse and advocate.

Not just a book that will help you better understand the crisis and forces at play- this is also a historical document about a public health catastrophe with lessons for future generations.