This briefing paper from the National Judicial Opioid Task Force describes effective strategies to improve access to treatment for opioid use disorder in rural regions. The article discusses barriers to treatment in rural areas, particularly stigma against medication assisted treatment, and describes successful programsin rural communities across the country, including programs in Indian Country.
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Evidence Brief: Barriers and Facilitators to Use of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
Source: Mackey, K. et. al., Veterans Health Administration
A review of studies on barriers or facilitators to use of medication assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD) from the Veteran’s Health Administrations Evidence Synthesis Program. The use of MAT to treat OUD is an evidence-based practice that is often not implemented in real world settings.
Best Practices for LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Recovery Housing
Source: Ohio Recovery Housing
This guide details considerations for providing safe, sober recovery housing for members of the LGBTQ+ community. It includes information to reduce stigma, information about common experiences of discrimination and lack of access to supportive care, and specific LGBTQ+ focused recovery supports.
Worlds Away In a 7×7: Perspectives on Reaching Diverse Groups of People Who Use Drugs to Prevent Fentanyl-related Overdose in San Francisco
Source: Harm Reduction Coalition
The Harm Reduction Coalition spoke to diverse group of people who use drugs in San Francisco to inform a public health campaign the City planned to raise awareness about risks associated with fentanyl and the use of naloxone to treat opioid overdose.
8 Ways to Help You Keep Loving Someone with an Addiction
Source: Recovery Research Institute
This one page infographic provides 8 strategies to enable family and caregivers to continue loving and supporting someone with an addition.
Arizona Angel Initiative – Feasibility of Expanding Throughout Arizona
Source: Arizona Governor's Office
The Arizona Angel Initiative is Arizona’s version of a Police-Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (PAARI) like the one piloted in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Individuals with substance use disorder can contact law enforcement for assistance in accessing treatment. This report details the
Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General’s Spotlight on Opioids
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This 2018 report provides a comprehensive overview of opioid use disorder (OUD) in America from the perspective of the U.S. Surgeon General. Written for all audiences, it includes information about prevalence of OUD, a discussion of the neurobiology of addiction, the continuum of care for treatment, recovery options, and the role of health care systems in addressing the crisis.
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Opioid Toolkit
Source: Ohio Chamber of Commerce
The Ohio Chamber of Commerce created this toolkit for businesses to assist them in addressing opioid-related issues. The toolkit includes a free, online course on how to create a “best practice” drug free workplace with 5 components:
MAT for Opioid Use Disorder – Overcoming Objections
Source: California Health Care Foundation
This 2019 report provides evidence based responses to common objections to using medication assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder.
Louie’s Story: Face to Face with the Prescription Opioid Crisis
Source: National Safety Council
This video highlights the risks of opioids from the perspective of a mother who lost her son to an overdose after he became addiction following an opioid prescription for a sports injury. The video emphasizes that many patients do not understand the risks of opioid addiction. Produced by the National Safety