Health care professionals are working to educate the public about the importance to medical assisted treatment (MAT) of substance use. The FDA has indicated that MAT can effective when combined with other counseling and behavioral therapies. Read more here.
Author: Kentucky Recovery News
U.K. study creates training opportunities and access to free Narcan
The University of Kentucky HEALing Communities Study Initiative, is directing its focus to eight counties across Kentucky to train and educate residents on how to properly administer Narcan. The National Institutes of Health (NIH)made the initiative possible by funding the $87 million grant that will help U.K. reach more communities.[Read More…]
The mental health crisis in the U.S. silently grows
Individuals trying to access treatment and resources to address their mental health needs was already difficult before the pandemic. Staffing shortages, limited access to care, and isolation have contributed to increased mental health issues. Read more here.
The substance use crisis is having a deep impact on Americans
Recent data from a culmination of studies highlighted the lasting impact of substance use disorders in the United States. The Commonwealth Fund found that around 75% of overdose deaths in 2020 were caused by opioids. Read more here.
Op-ed emphasizes the need for public action to recognize substance use disorder
The opioid epidemic triggered a need for the public to see beyond stereotypes surrounding substance use disorder. Read more here.
UK student uses music to highlight opioid crisis in KY
Josh Rister, a student from the University of Kentucky saw a growing problem impacting his community; the opioid crisis. Rister is using music to help people heal and to shed light on the growing opioid epidemic. Read more here.
Leaders turn to new ideas to address overdose deaths
With overdose deaths on the rise, legislators are developing new strategies to address the national crisis. During a 12-month period, the CDC recorded around 100,000 overdose deaths throughout the United States. Read more here.
New study relays the efficacy of telehealth services
Researchers from RTI International and the University of California, Los Angeles, found evidence that suggested improved participation from patients who utilized telehealth services for substance use disorder. Read more here.
Rural Health Information Hub develops toolkit to save lives
The new toolkit was created to help rural communities address the need for medication-assisted therapy programs. Read more here.
KY law enforcement agencies recieve $1.6 million grant
State and local law enforcement received funds from the federal government to combat the opioid epidemic. 11 different drug task force agencies will benefit from the funding in efforts to dismantle drug trafficking circles. Read more here.