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Heroin Uncut

Heroin Uncut is a blunt, honest look at the opioid crisis. Recovering drug addict Jay Lassiter believes truth is a powerful tool — and one we need to fight back against the political interests, social... Read more

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Addiction in New Jersey: I'm out of f---ing hope

Addiction in New Jersey: I'm out of f---ing hope

I'm Jay Lassiter, a former IV drug user who found the grace to amend my life. For 12 episodes of "Heroin Uncut: The Trut... Read more

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Addiction is a definitely a disease -- Why this addict is so sure

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