Why Mass. Has One of the Largest Systems of Involuntarily Committing People for Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Why Mass. has one of the largest systems of involuntarily committing people for substance use disorder treatment

A law that’s meant to be a last resort is often turned to amid the opioid overdose crisis. Massachusetts has one of the largest systems of involuntarily committing people for substance use-disorder treatment. That’s according to Leo Beletsky, a professor of law and health science at Northeastern University who served on the state’s Section 35 Commission.

County highlights initiatives to battle opioid epidemic

SANFORD — Lee County is continuing its work in combating the opioid epidemic through regional partnerships that help those battling addiction.

Lane County buying Florence property with plans to open opioid treatment center • Lincoln Chronicle

FLORENCE — Lane County is looking to open a new clinic in Florence to help treat opioid addiction. The county wants to create a satellite of its treatment center in […] The post Lane County buying Florence property with plans to open opioid treatment center appeared first on Lincoln Chronicle.

Intersectional Epidemics: Alameda County’s opioid crisis and its infiltration into the lives of sex trafficking survivors

Video by Zenzele Taylor This video was produced as part of a program to educate youth and others about Alameda County’s opioid crisis, prevention and treatment options. The program is funded by the Alameda County Behavioral Health Department and the grant is administered by Three Valleys Community Foundation. The post Intersectional Epidemics: Alameda County’s opioid crisis and its infiltration into the lives of sex trafficking survivors appeare…