Stop Stigma Now is proud to announce the first presentation of our Speaker Series, “Medication Assisted Treatment and Surrounding Stigma”. There is overwhelming evidence that medications are effective in treating opioid use disorder and reduce the risk of overdose and death. However, there is also pervasive stigma associated with the use of these medications.
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https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89134304538?pwd=QXpPOHJaMWpsMHRTYS9tWUpSaUNQZz09
Meeting ID: 891 3430 4538
Passcode: 972476
Any questions? Please email Maria at Pascer01@gmail.com
THE PRESENTATION:
This presentation will focus on stigma associated with Drug Use (specifically opioid use), addiction, and the treatment associated with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). It will also provide an overview of the FDA approved medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), and the successful evidenced-based outcomes associated with their appropriate use.