She Was More: Honouring Women, Fighting Overdose
- elimclinic12345
- Aug 11
- 1 min read
August in South Africa is a time for reflection, celebration, and action. Women’s Month honours the strength, resilience, and achievements of women — while International Overdose Awareness Day on 31 August reminds us of the urgent need to address a silent crisis affecting too many lives.
At Elim, we know these two observances are connected. Behind every overdose statistic is a woman with a story — a mother, daughter, sister, or friend — who was more than her struggle.
The Hidden Crisis for Women
Substance misuse affects women in unique ways:
Double stigma – Women battling addiction often face greater social judgement.
Invisible struggles – Many hide their use due to fear of losing children or support networks.
Barriers to help – Lack of childcare, financial challenges, and safety concerns can keep women from seeking treatment.
This silence can be deadly. Overdoses often happen in private, without anyone nearby to intervene.
This Women’s Month, Take Action
Post overdose prevention tips on social media
Host a women-focused awareness talk at your workplace, school, or church
Support a woman in recovery with encouragement, transport to appointments, or a listening ear
Our Message
At Elim Clinic, we believe every woman’s life is worth saving, and every story deserves to be heard without shame.This August, let’s turn awareness into action — for the women we’ve lost, for the women still fighting, and for the next generation of girls who deserve a future free from the grip of addiction.
Together, we can break the silence.
