The Opioid Education Foundation of America is dedicated to preventing the abuse of opioid-based painkillers that is at the heart of the opioid epidemic.
The Opioid Education Foundation of America is dedicated to preventing the abuse of opioid-based painkillers that is at the heart of the opioid epidemic, which is now taking nearly 100,000 lives annually.
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Understanding your pain treatment options can lead to safer decisions. Ask your healthcare provider about non-opioid medications, physical therapy, and other evidence-based approaches before beginning treatment.
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Missed our June 25 webinar, Achieving Racial & Ethnic Equity in Response to the Opioid Epidemic? The recording is now available on demand. Watch here: https://t.co/Mh4E0lgzXx #OpioidCrisis#PublicHealth#HealthEquity#OEFA
Just 6 days until our next webinar: Achieving Racial & Ethnic Equity in Response to the Opioid Epidemic.
Hear from experts on advancing equity in prevention, treatment, and recovery.
June 25 | 11 AM ET
Register: https://t.co/VJgezvP922
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Education is one of the most effective tools we have to prevent opioid misuse. Understanding the risks of opioids and knowing about non-opioid pain management options can help patients make informed decisions. Knowledge saves lives. #OpioidEducation#OpioidAwareness#OEFA
On June 25 (11:00 AM–12:00 PM), join us for a webinar on Achieving Racial & Ethnic Equity in Response to the Opioid Epidemic to hear from local, state, and national experts on advancing equity in prevention, treatment, and recovery. Continuing education credits available for multiple health professions.
Register here: https://t.co/VJgezvP922
If you missed our webinar, Addressing Pain in All Stages of Life, the recording is now available.
You can watch it here:
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Preventing opioid misuse starts with education.
When patients, providers, and communities have the information they need, we can reduce risk and improve outcomes.
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Education is one of the most powerful tools we have to address the opioid crisis.
Understanding how opioids work, the risks of misuse, and the importance of safe prescribing practices can help prevent addiction and save lives. The Opioid Education Foundation of America is committed to providing education and resources for healthcare professionals, communities, and families.
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Education is prevention.
When people understand the risks, providers follow best practices, and patients understand their options we reduce harm.
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New research from the @universityofga links opioid use to a much higher risk of C. diff, a serious and sometimes deadly infection. Another reminder that opioids carry real risks and safer pain options matter. https://t.co/FcBnfZiCX0 #OEFA#opioids
Missed our latest webinar? Watch “Evaluating Recent Progress to Address the Opioid Epidemic” featuring Dr. Andrew Kolodny of Brandeis University for insights on what’s working, what’s not, and where prevention goes next. #OEFA
Watch here: https://t.co/brc4E3LXEw
Join us tomorrow, 11 a.m.–12 p.m., for our webinar Evaluating Recent Progress to Address the Opioid Epidemic. CE credits available for physicians, PAs, dentists, nurses, NPs, pharmacists, and EMTs. #OEFA Register: https://t.co/U1yxd5Yk3I
Did you miss our latest webinar on Treating Trauma to Achieve Recovery? Don't worry, you can still find it--and all of our webinars--on our website! #OEFA
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Recovery Month reminds us that education ends stigma. By learning and showing compassion, we honor and support those in recovery and build stronger communities. #OEFA
Opioid use for low back pain in ERs has dropped sharply since 2016, showing real progress in safer pain management. Fewer prescriptions, better awareness. Change is happening. #OEFA#opioidepidemic
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A @YaleMed study finds emergency departments are often the first—and sometimes only—place people with opioid use disorder get life-saving treatment. Positive ED care and support can overcome stigma and mistrust to improve access and fairness. https://t.co/lgQjoLyG3C