Your voice Ohio - Exploring employment resources for people in recovery

Exploring employment resources for people in recovery For many people leaving a rehabilitation program or finishing serving time for a drug-related crime, finding employment is a top priority. But a job search can often mean facing possible discrimination and disclosing gaps in employment. We're also seeing employers across Ohio and the country adapt to the changing workforce as more and more people are affected by opioid addiction. In this week’s blog, we explore the opportunities and resources for employment and incentives for employers to hire people recovering from substance use. Continue Reading

Ten ERs In Colorado Tried To Curtail Opioids And Did Better Than Expected Kaiser Health News Ross County overdose deaths decline in 2017, but officials still keep up the fight Chillicothe Gazette BGSU researchers reduce danger of fentanyl exposure The Toledo Blade Fayette County Vivitrol MAT program with counseling combats addiction Washington Court House Record Herald Ohio accuses drug distributors of helping fuel opioid epidemic Reuters Melania Trump visited the region to talk about opioids. An important part: Drug-addicted babies. Journal-News Fear of heroin turning drug users toward methamphetamine Chillicothe Gazette Senators want to limit opioid prescriptions to three days for many pain treatments Cleveland.com

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