Dr.

Will Cooke's "Canary in the Coal Mine" is a powerful, moving, and hopeful account of his fight to save Austin, Indiana from a silent epidemic that threatened the community's future.

As an idealistic young physician, Dr.

Cooke confronted entrenched prejudice, political resistance, and bureaucratic obstacles in his quest to help those affected by opioid addiction and HIV.

Through gripping vignettes and dramatic moments, Dr.

Cooke's book offers a compelling look at the transformation of a man and his adopted community.

With wisdom, science, and deep humanity, "Canary in the Coal Mine" is an inspiring read that will resonate with anyone working to end the syndemics of opioid use disorder, poverty, and HIV/hepatitis C epidemics among people who inject drugs in rural America.