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Three rural NC counties map out paths to reducing overdose deaths

NC Health News

Department of Health and Human Services. The medicine helped, and he agreed to begin regular treatment after Barrett introduced him to a physicians assistant at a nearby health clinic. Hes been opioid free, but hes still got a pretty heavy stimulant use disorder with crack cocaine that were working on.

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One story does not fit all: How to change the narrative on veteran suicides 

Association of Health Care Journalists

Many veterans health advocates say the updated number may still be underestimating the crisis. Dig deeper By broadening the scope of reporting, we can help the public understand that veteran suicide is not just a military issue, but a complex public health challenge that intersects with civilian life in numerous ways.