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The Long History and Bright Future of Harm Reduction in New York State
…the time of the overdose. Research shows that when naloxone and comprehensive overdose education are available to PWUD and the community, overdose deaths decrease in those communities. In 2023, OASAS…
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Safe at Last: Safe Options Support (SOS) Offers Options to Support the Homeless
…and intensity of services, tailoring support to each member’s unique circumstance. The comprehensive post-housing support framework encompasses practical assistance, emotional support, continuity of care, and community integration. Skill-building initiatives and…
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Supportive Housing Workers are Burnt-Out, Overworked, and in Dire Need of Support
…convened a series of roundtables with our members — who comprise the overwhelming majority of supportive housing providers in the state — to compile feedback informed by those doing direct,…
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Men Died of Overdose at 2-3 Times Greater a Rate Than Women in the U.S. In 2020-2021
…compared to 2.0 for women Psychostimulants (e.g., methamphetamine): 13.0 deaths per 100,000 people for men, compared to 5.6 for women Cocaine: 10.6 deaths per 100,000 people for men, compared to…
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Young Men at Highest Risk of Schizophrenia Linked with Cannabis Use Disorder
…schizophrenia across different sex and age groups at the population level. To address this research gap, investigators analyzed data from nationwide health registers in Denmark, which included health records data…
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Suffering Across Settings: Multidimensional Care for Chronic Pain
…(MCOs) that manage Pennsylvania’s Community HealthChoices program. Plan medical directors provide behavioral health case consultation for UPMC’s Community HealthChoices service coordinators to support individuals with complex physical and behavioral health…
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Combating Mental Health Stigma in a Rural Community
…communities, Public Health, community clinics, Chamber of Commerce, Social Services, and Community Services. Reflecting on the work completed through stigma funds, Yates INSYGHT positively impacted many realms of mental health…
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Behavioral Healthcare for Older Adults: It’s All About Resiliency
…to community-based behavioral healthcare for older adults. I view SPOP as a true pioneer in the field and a model for how other cities and communities can support the well-being…
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Celebrating the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act: A Journey of Progress
…ensure effective communications with individuals with disabilities, providing free aides and services when necessary. Furthermore, digital health services, such as telehealth, must be accessible to people with disabilities, ensuring equal…
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Historic Investment to Integrate Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment into Primary Care
…than 400 community health centers across the country that care for more than 10 million people. Health centers are trusted community providers and a primary source of care for individuals…
