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October 20, 2020
Portsmouth business ‘lifting’ the burden of opioid epidemic
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WSAZ) - The pandemic has created hardship for many Americans and their families. For those already struggling with addiction, the weight of the burden can feel overwhelming.
One business owner in Portsmouth is helping to carry the load in his hometown.
October 20, 2020
Ohio State Alum Advocates for Addiction Recovery Communities
The first time Sarah Nerad entered rehab, she was 16 years old.
October 19, 2020
NIH study tests a comprehensive model intervention to reduce opioid overdose deaths in hard-hit communities COVID-19 brings challenges, learning opportunities.
National Institutes of Health and other federal leaders outlined their vision for a groundbreaking study that will aim to address gaps in reaching communities most heavily affected by the opioid epidemic with proven, evidence-based interventions for opioid use disorder (OUD).
October 16, 2020
Ohio’s hospitals are working together to end the opioid crisis
Despite losing some $3.3 billion from March 9 through July 1 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Ohio’s hospitals are not only doubling down on finding solutions for caring for patients and putting an end to the coronavirus pandemic, but they’re partnering to stem the continued tide of opioid overdose deaths.
October 15, 2020
The opioid epidemic and the remote workplace: 5 steps for employers to take action
Every year, employers in the U.S. lose about $42 billion in economic productivity, according to the National Safety Council. The Council of Economic Advisers, meanwhile, estimates that opioid addiction (including the value of lives lost) has cost the country $696 billion, or 3.4% of GDP.
October 14, 2020
Ohio judges postpone 2 major trials blaming pharmacies, distributors for opioid epidemic
Judges in Ohio have postponed two major opioid trials involving lawsuits that seek to penalize drugmakers and distributors
October 14, 2020
ABT Team to Evaluate Workforce Programs that Address Opioid Use Disorder
--Wins $1.5m Award from Department Of Labor --
October 14, 2020
Opioid Deaths: America’s Other Fatal Health Crisis Hasn’t Gone Away
Solutions that can curb the nation’s opioid epidemic are out there – yet people are still dying.