Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Hosts Opioid Overdose Awareness Event with the County of Bergen

The Medical Center and Bergen County joined together to remember those lost to overdose

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center together with the County of Bergen hosted an Opioid Overdose Awareness Event to remember the lives lost and the families impacted by opioid overdose in Bergen County and beyond.

“We remember those who have lost their lives, honor their memory, support those they left behind, and strengthen our ongoing efforts to combat opioid addiction,” said Deborah Visconi, President & CEO, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. “By sharing knowledge and advocating for change, we contribute to a collective effort to end this crisis and support recovery.”

“Today we honor the lives lost to overdose and stand with the families and friends grieving their immeasurable loss,” said James Tedesco, Bergen County Executive. “Know that my administration is committed to combating this crisis through critical investments in addiction and mental health resources, and partnerships with experts in care including Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, which provide stigma-free care directly to our residents.”

Bergen New Bridge offers a full range of services across the entire continuum of care for substance use disorders. The Medical Center provides a collaborative approach combining high-quality substance use disorder treatment, recovery services, and supportive comprehensive healthcare. All patients are given individualized, evidence-based, and stigma free care for all the stages and phases of a patient’s journey to address their substance use disorder and establish a supportive recovery plan. If you or a loved one need help, call the Access Center at 800-730-2762.