How Effective Are Virtual OUD Solutions Compared to Usual Care?
A new report from the Peterson Health Technology Institute found that virtual opioid use disorder companies are just as effective as usual in-person treatment and can improve retention.
Health Leaders Applaud HHS’ Action Giving Some Incarcerated Individuals Medicaid Coverage Before Release
Illinois, Kentucky, Oregon, Utah and Vermont have been authorized by HHS to provide Medicaid/Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage to those transitioning out of incarceration up to 90 days before they're released. Several healthcare leaders called the action a necessary step.
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The Top EAP Companies for Mental Health Support
Employee assistance programs have become essential tools for organizations aiming to address mental health challenges, reduce burnout and foster healthier workplaces.
‘A Criminal Justice Approach to a Public Health Problem’: How the Justice System Can Improve SUD Support
There is inadequate substance use disorder support for people who are incarcerated or are leaving incarceration. But there are opportunities to make improvements, experts say.
‘The Opposite of Addiction is Connection’: How Apps Can Support Sobriety
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been a 23% increase in alcohol abuse and a 16% increase in drug abuse, and people in self-isolation reported a 26% higher consumption than usual, according to the National Library of Medicine. Some apps are trying to meet this need, including Sober Sidekick and SoberBuddy.
4 Trends to Watch in 2023, According to a Digital Substance Use Disorder Company
There are several trends to watch out for in the substance use disorder space in 2023, according to CHESS Health's CEO Hans Morefield. These trends include rising addiction rates and increased comfort in virtual health.
CHESS Health launches substance use disorder recovery support app in Spanish
More than 7% of Hispanic Americans have a substance use disorder, but have less access to treatment than non-Hispanic Americans. The Spanish version of the app will provide the same services as English version, but with a focus on challenges experienced by the Latinx community.
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Rethinking The Entry Point to Healthcare in America: Collaboration in Communities
Healthcare in the U.S. today exists in a complex, fragmented and costly system, and the people this system is designed for deserve a holistic approach to best address their individual health needs.