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911 Good Samaritan Laws
The term "911 Good Samaritan Law" refers to local or state legislation that may provide overdose ...
Screening for Fentanyl in Routine Clinical Toxicology Testing
The standard panel of substances included in routine clinical drug screens (carried out in hospit...
Eliminating Prior-Authorization Requirements for Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
In this scenario, health insurance providers cover the cost of MAT as a standard benefit and all ...
Academic Detailing
“Detailing” is a structured educational strategy developed by commercial manufacturers of medical...
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
MAT is a proven pharmacological treatment for opioid use disorder. The backbone of this treatment...
Targeted Naloxone Distribution
Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that can quickly and safely reverse the potentially fatal effect...
Guiding Principles
Below are four overarching principles, lessons gleaned from previous public health emergencies, s...
Introduction and Overview
Who is this document for? This document is to assist community leaders, local and regional organ...
Federal Resources - General
The following are opioid-related resources from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Ad...
Connect and Collaborate
With lives being lost daily, the opioid crisis is an all-hands-on-deck epidemic. Across the U.S.,...
Get Ahead of the Problem
A leader from the Boys & Girls Club of America said recently, "Children may make up 25 percent of...
Rebuild and Restore
Addiction can leave the lives of individuals and their families dramatically altered by the loss ...
Building Community Capacity
We can save lives by referring people to proper treatment and helping them navigate systems of co...
Open Your Doors
Connecting to a supportive community and reestablishing strong relationships are essential elemen...
Increase Awareness
A West Virginia pastor wisely said, "Churches are not neutral bystanders: What they don't say is ...
Overview
Increase Awareness Addiction is a treatable, chronic, medical condition. Tap local health expe...
The Opioid Crisis Practical Toolkit
Helping Faith-based and Community Leaders Bring Hope to Our Communities Every day, 130+ American...
Recognizing an Opioid Overdose (IDPH)
Look for these potential signs and symptoms... Blue or purple fingernails and lips ...
Prevention and Resources
The following links lead to various resources that focus on prevention and general information: ...
How to Find Help
The following are links to resources and services that offer guides, information, and more for re...