Poison!

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This episode will review the extent of the opioid crisis through current statistical and demographic information to reinforce the concept that this is a crisis that affects all of society. We will identify key signs that can help the general public assess the risk of opioid abuse in their local communities. The episode will close with discussion of preventative and harm-reduction measures the public can utilize.

Further Reading:
http://www.pdaps.org/datasets/laws-regulating-administration-of-naloxone-1501695139
https://www.drugabuse.gov/related-topics/opioid-overdose-reversal-naloxone-narcan-evzio

Opioid Overdose First Aid Resources:
Washington DC CPR Training: https://fems.dc.gov/service/cpr-training-program
Hands-only CPR Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A0nAKWTewI
How to use Narcan: https://www.narcan.com/patients/how-to-use-narcan
How to use Evzio: https://www.evzio.com/patient/how-to-use-evzio/
Naloxone Training: https://www.getnaloxonenow.org/index.aspx
Rescue Breathing Training: https://nhcps.com/lesson/bls-rescue-breathing/
Map of Good Samaritan Law States: https://www.responsibility.org/alcohol-statistics/state-map/issue/good-samaritan/

Drug Disposal Resources:
http://disposemymeds.org/
https://nabp.pharmacy/initiatives/awarxe/drug-disposal-locator/
http://www.medreturn.com/medreturn-units/medreturn-locations/
https://takebackday.dea.gov/
https://apps.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubdispsearch/spring/main?execution=e2s1
https://www.fda.gov/drugs/resourcesforyou/consumers/buyingusingmedicinesafely/ensuringsafeuseofmedicine/safedisposalofmedicines/ucm186187.htm#how
https://www.fda.gov/drugs/resourcesforyou/consumers/buyingusingmedicinesafely/ensuringsafeuseofmedicine/safedisposalofmedicines/ucm186187.htm#Medicines_recommended
Risks associated with the environmental release of pharmaceuticals on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration "flush list": https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28787777
https://disposerx.com/

Music By:
Josh Woodward - Show Me Instrumental Version
Lee Rosevere - Curiosity
Scott Holmes - Driven To Success
Scott Holmes - Awake
Scott Holmes - So Happy
Scott Holmes - Corporate Innovative
Blue Dot Sessions - One Little Triumph
Josh Woodward - Morning Blue Instrumental

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We talk with Barbara Schmitz, a Poison Specialist who has been with the Poison Center since day one!

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SHOW NOTES:

Summary: This two-part episode will address the process of receiving pain treatment, addiction risk factors and treatment options, and mental health.

Further reading: https://wdr.unodc.org/wdr2019/prelaunch/WDR19_Booklet_2_DRUG_DEMAND.pdf

MUSIC CREDITS:
Scott Holmes - So Happy
Lee Rosevere - Biking in the Park
Lee Rosevere - We're Almost There

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MUSIC CREDITS:

Blue Dot Sessions - Heartland Flyer
Blue Dot Sessions - Denzel Sprak
Alan Piljak - Stars above
Blue Dot Sessions - LaBranche
Scott Holmes - So Happy
Blue Dot Sessions - An Oddly Formal Dance
Blue Dot Sessions - In Paler Skies
Blue Dot Sessions - Surly Bonds

SHOW NOTES:

Summary: This two-part episode will address the process of receiving pain treatment, addiction risk factors and treatment options, and mental health.

1. NYSAG Files Comprehensive Lawsuit Against Multiple Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors of Opioid Drugs: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/oag_opioid_lawsuit.pdf
2. Automated Reports and Consolidated Ordering System (ARCOS): https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/arcos/retail_drug_summary/
3. HelpGuide: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/substance-abuse-and-mental-health.htm
4. Opioids: The Crisis Next Door: https://www.crisisnextdoor.gov/
5. Principles of Substance Abuse Prevention for Early Childhood: https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/principles-substance-abuse-prevention-early-childhood/table-contents
6. Preventing Teen or Young Adult Drug Use: How to Talk With Your Child: https://drugfree.org/article/how-to-talk-with-your-teen/
7. International Overdose Awareness Day: https://www.overdoseday.com/

Dual Recovery Anonymous
1-877-883-2332
http://www.draonline.org/index.html

Alcoholics Anonymous
(212) 870-3400
http://www.aa.org/

Narcotics Anonymous
818.773.9999 x771
https://na.org/

SMART Recovery
440-951-5357
https://www.smartrecovery.org/

Women for Sobriety
(215) 536-8026
https://womenforsobriety.org/

Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Veteran's Crisis Line
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Website: www.veteranscrisisline.net

SAMHSA's National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Buprenorphine Practitioner & Treatment Program Locator
Find information on locating practitioners and treatment programs authorized to treat opioids, such as heroin or prescription pain relievers, at https://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/practitioner-program-data/treatment-practitioner-locator?field_bup_physician_us_state_value=DC

Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator
Find treatment programs in your state that treat recent onset of serious mental illnesses such as psychosis, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, and other conditions at www.samhsa.gov/esmi-treatment-locator.

Opioid Treatment Program Directory
Find treatment programs in your state that treat addiction and dependence on opioids, such as heroin or prescription pain relievers, at dpt2.samhsa.gov/treatment/.

Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
Find alcohol, drug, or mental health treatment facilities and programs around the country at findtreatment.samhsa.gov.

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