Chetwyn “Arrow” Archer has saved hundreds of lives in his community by connecting people who use drugs with Narcan and other lifesaving care.

**As a science writer at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), I collaborated with HIV.gov and NIDA colleagues to produce this video series with a very simple message: Understanding drug use is critical to addressing the HIV epidemic. "At the Intersection: Stories of Research, Compassion, and HIV Services for People Who Use Drugs" highlights the ways in which evidence-based harm reduction and person-centered care is necessary to end the HIV epidemic for people who use drugs.**

Panelists discuss how intimate knowledge has enriched their coverage of scientific subjects — from COVID to medical racism to chemistry.

**I brought together science communicators for an engaging conversation on the benefits, perils, and surprises that come with bringing one's own story into their work. Click to watch me moderate this DC Science Writers Association panel featuring KLCC's Brian Bull, Apoorva Mandavilli of the New York Times, AP's Kat Stafford, and fellow DCSWA member Ari Remmel.**

People can heal from addiction—especially when they get the support they need to relieve withdrawal symptoms, navigate triggers, and make positive changes.

**I was the main script writer on this popular plain language video for the National Institute on Drug Abuse. I consulted with our staff scientists to ensure the content was accurate and relatable. I also worked closely with the animators to create engaging, inclusive, and non-stigmatizing visuals.**

We hear from people who use drugs, people who are in recovery, and harm reduction professionals on what harm reduction is (and isn’t) in their own words.

**As a science writer at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), I collaborated with HIV.gov and NIDA colleagues to produce this video series with a very simple message: Understanding drug use is critical to addressing the HIV epidemic. "At the Intersection: Stories of Research, Compassion, and HIV Services for People Who Use Drugs" highlights the ways in which evidence-based harm reduction and person-centered care is necessary to end the HIV epidemic for people who use drugs.**

Anesthesia helps tens of thousands of patients every day avoid the pain and memories of their surgical procedures. But how does it work?