The purpose of this document is to encourage careful and selective use of long-term opioid therapy in the context of managing chronic pain through an evidence-based prescribing guideline, quality improvement measures to advance the integration of the CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain into clinical practice, and practice-level strategies to improve care coordination.

The CDC offers policies, programs, and practices that address the conditions of work that should be considered to protect workers and advance their health and well-being related to opioid exposure, use, and potential misuse.

This webpage offers information to support effective local, state, and tribal responses to illicit substance use and misuse in order to reduce overdose deaths, promote public safety, and support access to treatment and recovery services in the criminal justice system.

Learn more on Cal Poly’s DxHub and how it applies Amazon’s human-centered, ‘Working Backwards’ innovation methodology to tackle challenges facing government, education, and non-profit organizations.The DxHub team leads public sector organizations through innovation and solution workshops structured to generate big ideas and impactful solutions such as helping to create the San Luis Obispo Opioid Safety Coalition’s Naloxone Now Web App.

Visit this website to learn how the Cloud Innovation Centers (CIC) Program provides an opportunity for nonprofits, education institutions, and government agencies to collaborate with other public sector organizations on their most pressing challenges, test new ideas with Amazon’s innovation process, and access the technology expertise of Amazon Web Services (AWS).

The San Luis Obispo Opioid (SLO) Safety Coalition, collaborated with the Cal Poly Digital Transformation Hub (DxHub) and a team of university students to develop Naloxone Now! Using Naloxone Now online or through the app on a phone, SLO community members can find the nearest location to get naloxone or have it delivered at no cost. Visit SLO Opioid Safety Coalition’s Web App as an example of how other communities can develop a similar innovation.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst provides a free guide on motivational interviewing principles. Understanding the principles of motivational interviewing can be helpful in framing proper communication strategies towards and with youth.

Vanessa Jacobsohn describes the success of her clinic, where they have integrated primary care with addiction treatment, leading to better outcomes and reduced stigma for those with substance use disorder.

This video promotes positive change and patience when addressing addiction treatment, and the importance of prioritizing mental health throughout the process.

Formerly the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development. Use this website to learn more about the CA Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) commitment to expanding equitable access to health care for all Californians—ensuring every community has the health workforce they need, safe and reliable health care facilities, and health information that can help make care more effective and affordable.

Mental Health America (MHA) is committed to promoting mental health as a critical part of overall wellness. Use this website to learn more about how MHA advocates for prevention services for all, early identification and intervention for those at risk, integrated services, care and treatment for those who need them, and recovery as the goal.

The Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative was announced in July 2021 with a $4.4B investment to enhance, expand and redesign the systems that support behavioral health for children and youth. Use this website to learn more about the goals of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative is to reimagine mental health and emotional well-being for ALL children, youth, and families in California by delivering equitable, appropriate, timely and accessible behavioral health services and supports with the following aspirations.

The ACEs Aware initiative is a first-in-the nation effort to screen patients for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to help improve and save lives. Use this website to learn more how ACEs Aware strives to create a better world for our children, families, and communities by working together across sectors to prevent and address the impact of ACEs and toxic stress.

OD2A-funded jurisdictions work to monitor and evaluate their surveillance and prevention efforts. The evaluation of these efforts is essential to ensure program fidelity, efficacy, and efficiency. This webpage provides resources aimed at making evaluation and change easier.

An overview of supervised consumption services (SCS), including the benefits and barriers.

This pragmatic and straightforward guide can serve as a valuable tool for new and established programs alike, offering practice suggestions and guidance in several areas.

This paper explores several options for expanding access to MAT (specifically, buprenorphine) for those who are addicted to opioids, and provides recommendations for California clinics and primary care practices.

This training will assist physicians and physician assistants (PAs) who wish to apply for a waiver to prescribe buprenorphine for the treatment of opioid use disorders.

Use this site to discover stories about opioid use all over the country.