PARTNERSHIPS IN ACTION
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Stories, inspiration, and best practices from leaders in overdose prevention across the country.
Elevating the Essential Role of Pharmacists in Treating Substance Use Disorder
The perception of a pharmacist as someone behind a counter counting out pills is seriously outdated.
“Pharmacists are one of the most underutilized professions. I don’t think the public has taken advantage of their expertise,” says James J. Gasper, PharmD, a Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP) with the California Department of Health Care Services.
Strong partnerships are essential to the success of any coalition. Who’s at your table?
Stopping overdose deaths requires collaboration with key partners from your community. Want better results from your efforts? Bring together local leaders to implement community-driven initiatives that are aligned with evidence-based practices.