Between 2015 and 2019, overdose deaths involving methamphetamine nearly tripled among the 18-64 age demographic. In order to help save a life, it is necessary to know the signs and symptoms of a methamphetamine overdose and where loved ones can receive timely and effective treatment. Learn more here.
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UK HealthCast: How the SMART Clinic helps with addiction recovery
Many clients of the SMART Clinic in Lexington struggle with a co-occurring disorder, are postpartum, or have had a traumatic experience. By working with these difficult circumstances, the clinic helps these individuals address the root of their substance use disorder so that they can experience a long-lasting recovery. Learn more[Read More…]
Life-saving medication for opioid overdoses strategically placed at the Hope Center
The Hope Center, a non-profit and social services organization in Lexington, has taken a preventative action against opioid overdose deaths by installing opioid emergency kits that contain the opioid reversal drug “Narcan.” Since timing is everything, the accessibility of these kits could mean the difference between life and death. Read[Read More…]
$417,000 grant sustains research into phone-based substance use intervention
Dr. Jenni Teeters of Western Kentucky University’s Department of Psychological Sciences received a grant from the National Institute of Drug Abuse for her technology-based interventions for substance use behaviors. Her students in the Technology Enhancing Community Health (TECH) lab will work in all aspects of the recruiting, conducting, collecting, delivering[Read More…]
The Healing Place adds more beds to homeless outreach program
The Healing Place serves men and women in Louisville who are striving to change their lives to better support themselves and their families. Last September, The Healing Place started the homeless outreach program as an extension of their overnight shelter, but they filled up quickly. At the beginning of April,[Read More…]
ARC officials react to strengthening of Casey’s Law
Casey’s Law has helped almost 6,000 Kentuckians struggling with substance use and will benefit many more now that Gov. Beshear has signed House Bill 362. ARC’s Johnathan Gay said, “that’s important because usually in our world we see people after they’ve already destroyed their lives.” With Casey’s Law, family and[Read More…]
Casey’s Law updated after Kentucky appeals court issues opinion on civil rights question
An update to Casey’s Law reassures Kentucky families that their loved ones actively struggling with substance use will receive the treatment and care they need without losing their individual rights. The update strengthens the law’s language and provides a court ordered treatment to individuals who, beyond reasonable doubt, would benefit[Read More…]
Press Release: Portman, Whitehouse Urge DEA and HHS to Extend Americans’ Access to Telehealth Once the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency is Terminated
Portman, Whitehouse Urge DEA and HHS to Extend Americans’ Access to Telehealth Once the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency is Terminated Access to Telehealth will Allow Those Suffering from Substance Use Disorders Easier Access to Critical Medications WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) today sent a letter to[Read More…]
DEA commits to expand access to MAT
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT), the pairing of medications and counseling, has expanded to help individuals struggling with opioid-related substance use disorder. With the goal of making MAT “readily and safely available,” the DEA, alongside HHS, is reaching out to pharmacists and practitioners to support this treatment. Read more here.
Need help recovering from addiction? These resources are a good place to start
Are you or a loved one struggling with addiction? Here is a helpful guide with resources, crisis lines, and local providers.