The lack of integration of addiction treatment with other health care services presents distinct challenges for people with higher levels of OUD treatment needs who require SNF care. Since inpatient SUD treatment programs are not currently classified as medical facilities, a status that some in the SUD treatment sector defend to avoid increased regulation and cost, they do not address medical and rehabilitation needs as part of their services. Medically-enhanced addiction treatment programs should be options for people with OUD.

Cutting back on drinking can be a real challenge, but CAAS Professors Suzanne Colby and Christopher Kahler say goal-setting to reduce your alcohol consumption is a big deal. "The most important step to cutting back is to set an intention," Dr. Kahler says.

Overdose deaths are increasing, despite efforts by governments to address illicit drug use and implement public health approaches. A significant reason is the increasing prevalence of xylazine (tranq), an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist and central nervous system depressant present in the fentanyl drug supply.

It’s imperative that we further our knowledge and understanding on smoking as a harm reduction strategy, and begin to identify and promote safer, evidence-based methods people can utilize while smoking to reduce health risks.

The findings are meant to educate everyone, but the average reader has no idea how to interpret the complex jargon.

Now in its second year, Babson SUD Sprint (formerly L-SPRINT) is a 6-day bespoke program in entrepreneurship and commercialization for researchers and inventors tackling substance use disorders (SUD)/drug addiction, taught at the world’s #1 college for entrepreneurship.

"I have no doubt that Dr. Boyle has an outstanding career ahead of her as a scientist in the field of addictions research."