A model that should be emulated nationwide emphasizing a pathway to treatment instead of prison
American Medical Association (AMA) statement on the state of the opioid crisis
We are setting overdose records (over 72,000 deaths last year) despite substantial reductions in opiate prescriptions and making naloxone (Narcan) widely available. States and federal law makers must remove barriers to provision and coverage of medical best practices treatment. My son, Brendan, died more than 2.5 years ago. I lost another former student last week. It is past time for our elected officials to act.
Purdue Pharma Claim Filing Deadline 7/30/20
For anyone who has been adversely effected by the opioid crisis (loss of a loved one, cost of treatment, loss of job(s) and wages, etc.) the deadline for filing a claim against Purdue Pharma is 7/30/20. This is not limited to those who were prescribed opioids. Use this link to file a claim:
Child Guidance Resource Center Offers Free Virtual Drop-in Group Therapy
The Child Guidance Resource Center in Havertown, PA is offering free virtual meet-ups twice a week. This is free drop-in group therapy. One has a topic and Fridays are open discussion. We have good neighbors in the Delco mental healthcare community! Thank you Tiiu Lutter!
Delaware County, PA Continues to Offer Drug, Alcohol and Mental Heath Services During the Covid-19 Crisis
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) in Delaware County, PA is conducting virtual meetings during this period of physical distancing. Please stay connected to a recovery community!
Another published peer-reviewed study proving that medication-assisted treatment is the medical best practice for addressing opioid use disorder
Those suffering from opioid use disorder who report to clinics to receive treatments may not have to as often during Covid-19 crisis
Philly establishes Buprenorphine Treatment Access Through Primary Care Doctors
Long overdue first step every major municipality must take to create an infrastructure to provide best medical practices treatment to those suffering from substance use disorder.
https://www.phillyvoice.com/buprenorphine-access-philadelphia-primary-care-doctors-opioid-crisis/