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The crisis refers to the rapid increase in prescription opioid pain pills in the United States, This increase has led to skyrocketing rates of heroin use. This increase has also led to a significant increase in addiction and health related complications.
The crisis refers to the rapid increase in prescription opioid pain pills in the United States, This increase has led to skyrocketing rates of heroin use. This increase has also led to a significant increase in addiction and health related complications.
Recommendations
Successful policy development and program implementation to tackle the crisis should not be reactive, but strategic, comprehensive, culturally relevant, and collaborative. Explore recommendations to address the crisis below.
Increase Access To Services
Research/Training for Prescribers and Professionals
Expand Community Awareness Campaigns and Patient Education
Expand Number of Recovery Houses
Strategic Collaboration
Individialized Care
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