Resources on Addiction and Pain Management Services During COVID-19

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In the face of the unprecedented challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic and the accompanying global public health emergency, the 911�� Academy of Medicine’s Action Collaborative on Countering the U.S. Opioid Epidemic is giving its attention to this issue.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to our nation and the world. Many are working tirelessly to protect the health and well-being of individuals with substance use disorders and/or who experience pain—patient populations who are at high risk of contracting COVID-19 or having their continuum of care seriously disrupted during this outbreak.

The 911�� Academy of Medicine’s Action Collaborative on Countering the U.S. Opioid Epidemic is focusing on this critical issue and remains wholly committed to supporting the health and well-being of individuals with substance use disorders and who experience pain.

The following resources offer more information on how to support patients and the clinicians who treat and manage the care of patients with substance use disorder and/or who experience pain during public health emergencies, including the COVID-19 response.

Resources from the NAM’s Action Collaborative on Countering the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

Supporting People with Addiction During COVID-19: A Free Webinar Series

A new webinar series from the NAM and the American Society of Addiction Medicine will provide insight and targeted guidance on how to ensure that individuals with addiction are cared for and protected during the ongoing public health crisis.

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New Statement of Priorities for COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is exacerbating ongoing public health emergencies, including the addiction crisis in the United States. During these challenging times, the remains wholly committed to supporting the health and well-being of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs), including opioid use disorder, and chronic pain. These individuals are among the most at risk and susceptible to COVID-19, and their care and treatment are among the most disrupted by physical distancing and other measures that have been put into place to prevent the spread of the virus.

Members of the Action Collaborative’s Steering Committee have identified a series of priorities and strategies for providers, health systems, researchers, policymakers, regulators, and health leaders alike to preserve the health and well-being of individuals with SUD and chronic pain.

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