We promote individual, population health, & public safety through education related to the comprehensive management of pain, addiction, & their comorbidities.
New scoping review examines the impact of the 2016 CDC Opioid Prescribing Guideline. Findings show substantial reductions in opioid prescribing, while highlighting the need for more research on patient outcomes, function, and health equity. https://t.co/jvRK6NGY5y #PainManagement
Research in the Journal of Addiction Medicine finds that nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults either disagree or are unsure that addiction is a health condition.
Improving addiction literacy can help reduce stigma and support engagement in evidence-based treatment.
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NIH research: Treating newborns with opioid withdrawal based on symptoms rather than a fixed medication schedule shortened hospital stays and may reduce overtreatment. https://t.co/fpKwHSugSW #MaternalHealth#OUD
New JAMA consensus statement on hospital-based MOUD initiation. Experts reached consensus on practices including rapid methadone initiation, buprenorphine induction strategies, and managing withdrawal in response to changes in the drug supply. https://t.co/F6S89KvcKm #OUD#MOUD
New JAMA Internal Medicine study: Extended-release vs sublingual buprenorphine in pregnancy. Findings support weekly extended-release buprenorphine as an effective treatment option for pregnant individuals with OUD.
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#OUD#maternalhealth
New SAMHSA resource: Why Menopause Matters in SUD Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery. Menopause can impact substance use, treatment experiences, and recovery outcomes making awareness and individualized care essential. https://t.co/4nDfmnQGS8
New research from the wHOPE Randomized Clinical Trial supports a whole health team approach for improving pain interference in VA patients with chronic pain. A reminder of the value of interdisciplinary, patient-centered care. https://t.co/Xah32A5WDu
#NationalPreventionWeek is a platform that promotes new ideas and initiatives to help keep communities healthy & safe. Join us as we celebrate the substance use prevention and well-being efforts happening nationwide! Learn more: https://t.co/JbxRtHqzAu
New resource: APF tools to measure SUD knowledge in communities. These validated tools help identify gaps, evaluate programs, and reduce stigma, all key to improving outcomes. https://t.co/Z5NmyWEbdb
New resource: Beyond Screening Toolkit. Substance use coercion is a common but underrecognized form of IPV that impacts care & recovery.
This toolkit provides practical guidance to address it in clinical settings.
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Addiction literacy is more than knowledge, it’s empowerment. It helps reduce stigma, support others, and improve outcomes for those affected by SUD. #StigmaReducation https://t.co/2QfUxdETQH
New JAMA study: Symptom-based dosing for neonatal opioid withdrawal
Findings show faster readiness for discharge vs. scheduled tapering, supporting more responsive, patient-centered care. #MaternalHealth#REMS
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New JACEP study: U.S. EDs saw 3.87M at-risk visits vs. 226K overdose cases, most opportunities for naloxone distribution happen before overdose. EDs are a critical prevention touchpoint. #Naloxone#OverdosePrevention https://t.co/hEsOlnIHPQ
New study: Brief prescribing support may improve buprenorphine adoption in rural primary care by addressing stigma & misinformation. Findings suggest improved willingness to prescribe, key to expanding access in underserved communities. #OUD#RuralHealth
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New video from ASAM (funded through CO*RE)
Dr. Brian Hurley breaks down OARS skills (Open questions, Affirmations, Reflections, Summaries) to evoke change talk & support meaningful conversations in chronic pain care. #painmanagement https://t.co/HbY6zB7b2B
New JAMA Study: Extended-Release vs Sublingual Buprenorphine in Pregnancy. Findings support weekly extended-release buprenorphine for OUD treatment during pregnancy and postpartum. https://t.co/AfMG6m3xlP
The updated ASAM Criteria® for Adolescents & Transition-Aged Youth introduces dedicated treatment standards & admission criteria. Available digitally and in print June 2026.
https://t.co/9NEfh4uFLq #SUD#AdolescentHealth
New video from ASAM (funded through CO*RE)
Dr. Carla Marienfeld explains the 4 tasks of motivational interviewing: Engaging, Focusing, Evoking, Planning to support patient-centered pain care & intrinsic motivation for change. #Painmanagement https://t.co/H7e7cnEgKS
New review: SUD among individuals with IDD highlights need for targeted training & tailored treatment approaches that consider peer, family, and mental health factors. #SUD#PatientCenteredCare
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New KFF data: Opioid overdose deaths dropped from 2023→2024, driven by declines in fentanyl deaths but remain above pre-pandemic levels. Disparities persist across demographics & states. Continued targeted, equitable efforts are critical. https://t.co/LLNlWQT7XW