From Southern Maryland News Net Launch of New DEA Community Strategy Targeting Overdose Issue Across D.C., Maryland and Virginia The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has launched a new comprehensive law enforcement and prevention initiative through the DEA Washington Division, aimed at reducing drug use, abuse, and overdose deaths. “Operation Engage” allows participating field […]
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Suicide Prevention
The Surgeon General Releases Call to Action to Implement the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention This new report outlines the actions that communities and individuals can take to reduce the rates of suicide and help improve resilience. Suicide Prevention Resource Guide Produced by the Central East Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) This guide is intended […]
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D.C. announces plan to cut opioid-related deaths by half
From the Washington Post. In long-awaited plan, D.C. aims to reduce opioid deaths by half by late 2020 by Jenna Portnoy The District on Monday announced a plan aimed at cutting opioid-related deaths by half over the next 21 months, using a long list of treatment, tracking and education initiatives. Start-up costs of $24 million will […]
Region 3 in desperate need of providers to fight #OpioidEpidemic
From the Hill. Study: Not Enough Providers to Address Opioid Epidemic in 11 states by Jessie Hellmann States in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic don’t have enough doctors to address the opioid epidemic, according to a new study released this week. Eleven states and the District of Columbia lack an adequate number of providers to prescribe […]
Only DC and DE in Region 3 prohibit e-cig use in worksites, restaurants, and bars
From CDC MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2017;66:1341-1346. State Laws Regarding Indoor Public Use, Retail Sales, and Prices of Electronic Cigarettes — U.S. States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands, September 30, 2017 Kristy Marynak, MPP1; Brandon Kenemer, MPH1; Brian A. King, PhD1; Michael A. Tynan1; Allison MacNeil, MPH1; Elizabeth Reimels, JD1 Electronic cigarettes […]
National Conference
National Conference on Tackling Tobacco Use in Vulnerable Populations October 5 – 6, 2015, Bethesda, Maryland Click here for more information. Register today! Space is limited! KEYNOTE PRESENTER: Deputy Surgeon General Rear Admiral (RADM) Boris D. Lushniak, MD, MPH PLENARY PRESENTERS: Peter Ashley, DrPH Diane Beistle Wilson Compton, MD MPE Dwana Calhoun, MS, CHES Shelina […]
DC and Maryland Regulations Regarding the ACA-mandated Tobacco Coverage Services
District of Columbia Coverage for 2014 fiscal year not yet determined. DC Medical Assistance program coverage varies widely by plan. Quantity limits for medication coverage. Coverage information for the Medicaid expansion population is still to be determined. Health Insurance Marketplace. All plans are required to cover tobacco cessation treatment. Specific coverage varies by plan. State Employee […]
Co-Occurring Training at the DC Department of Behavioral Health
The District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health (DBH)* conducted a free three-hour training entitled Introduction to Co-Occurring Disorder, Treatment Implications & DBH Services which this reviewer attended on October 17th, 2013. Although open to the general public, the majority of attendees were employees of DBH who needed to earn continuing education credits. The presenter, […]
Recovery/ Wellness Support (Eastern Shore)
Recovery/ Wellness Support (Eastern Shore) Event Type: Educational Event What: Participants will learn how to assist individuals in behavioral health settings develop a person centered Recovery Plan that supports their goals and a recovery lifestyle. When: 5/9/2014; 8:30 AM To 4:30 PM Where: Eastern Shore Hospital Center 5262 Woods Rd Cambridge, Maryland 21613 For more […]