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Opioids: Getting In Is Easier Than Getting Out (For Males)

Source: Arizona Department of Health Services

This 30 second public service announcement is intended to attract attention to the website EasierInThanOut.org also known as Something Better.

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Opioids: Getting In is Easier Than Getting Out (For Females)

Source: Arizona Department of Health Services

This 30 second public service announcement is intended to attract attention to the website EasierInThanOut.org also known as Something Better.

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Something Better

Source: Arizona Department of Health Services, Arizona Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family

The Arizona Department of Health Services hosts this website which provides information for youth that there are better things to do than misuse drugs or alcohol. The website includes information about alcohol, opioids, and marijuana and coaches youth to identify activities and events that they can participate in rather than misusing alcohol or drugs.

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Recovery Housing Development Guidebook

Source: Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services

The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services prepared this step-by-step guide for people operating or creating a sober living environment recovery house that conforms to Ohio rules and regulations. The guide additionally provides information about administrative and operational considerations, developing

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Washington’s New Opioid Prescribing Rules for Patients

Source: Washington Department of Health

This 3 minute video explains the 2018 Washington State opioid prescribing guidelines for patients and caregivers. The video features the voices of pain patients and advocates. Funding Source:  Washington State Department of Health

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Opioid Prescribing Patient and Public Frequently Asked Questions

Source: Washington Department of Health

In 2018 Washington State passed opioid prescribing guidelines for health care providers. This website presents frequently asked questions about the guidelines for patients and caregivers. Funding Source: Washington State Department of Health

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Journeys of Hope: Mommies and Babies Overcoming Neonatal Withdrawal Syndrome/Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

Source: Texas Department of State Health Services

A 15-minute video of women talking about their experiences of getting help to address their opioid addiction and confront stigma during their pregnancies. Includes information about the importance of seeking treatment and support during pregnancy and in the postpartum period, and how these women worked with their providers to ensure a successful outcome for themselves and their

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Narcan Saves Lives: I Am the Evidence – Brian

Source: We are the Evidence Massachusetts

This one and half minute video tells the story of a veteran whose live was saved by naloxone during an opioid overdose, and who subsequently went on to save other’s lives. The message of the video is of the importance of naloxone distribution in communities to prevent overdose. Funding Source:  We Are the Evidence Massachusetts

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How to Use the Veterans Administration Auto-Injector Naloxone Kit

Source: Veterans Health Administration

This 7 minute video shows a patient-pharmacist conversation about naloxone, the importance of having it with you, and safe storage instructions. The video demonstrates how to use a naloxone auto-injector kit. Part of a 2 video series; the first video shows a conversation between the patient, his spouse, and his prescriber about the importance of understanding the risk of overdose when taking prescription opioids. Funding Source:  Veterans Health Administration

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How to Use the Veterans Administration Naloxone Nasal Spray

Source: Veterans Health Administration

This 7 minute video shows a patient-pharmacist conversation about how to use naloxone nasal spray and safe practices in overdose prevention and treatment for individuals with opioid use disorder. It features a woman who has completed treatment and is on methadone as part of her treatment plan

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