Public broadcasting stations across New York will air special programming this week examining the opioid crisis.

“New York’s Opioid Crisis” is a first of its kind partnership to draw attention to this public health crisis and raise awareness of services available in local communities for those impacted by opioid addiction.

“New York’s Opioid Crisis” will touch on topics such as the science of addiction, reducing the stigma of addiction and recovery, opioids and the arts, opioid addiction among veterans, and what public health officials are doing to combat the problem.