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Natalie Kelly on Highlighting Mental Health Services

Posted Feb 25, 2019

According to reports, 12 to 14 people die in Florida per day from opioid abuse, making the crisis a priority for the state. While many are hoping to highlight the need for mental health services, Natalie Kelly, CEO of The Florida Association of Managing Entities, explains what is being done at the state level to tackle the issue. Interview recorded: February 13^th, 2019

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