Substance abuse

Nanalysis Corp. Receives Funding Supporting AI Software Development for Detection of Illicit Substances

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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This characterization requires an array of different analytical techniques and is carried out by skilled forensic scientists in thousands of laboratories worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • This characterization requires an array of different analytical techniques and is carried out by skilled forensic scientists in thousands of laboratories worldwide.
  • In many cases these laboratories face significant sample backlog due to volume and may have difficulties in identifying new designer drugs.
  • These tools will not only identify known illicit drugs but will also identify unknown drugs that are derivatives of known illicit substances also referred to as designer drugs or new psychoactive substances (NPS).
  • The company is developing this application in the context of its quantitative NMR platform technology, which has other applications as well, beyond illicit drug detection.

PEAR SUITE AND ZERO OVERDOSE JOIN HANDS TO COMBAT THE OVERDOSE EPIDEMIC

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Community, Health, Drug overdose, Substance abuse, Job satisfaction, Harm reduction, Motivational interviewing, Partnership, Knowledge, Death, SDOH, Drug, Takeda, Community health worker, Nursing

The partnership between Zero Overdose and Pear Suite comes as a response to the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address the growing behavioral health needs being cared for by community providers.

Key Points: 
  • The partnership between Zero Overdose and Pear Suite comes as a response to the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address the growing behavioral health needs being cared for by community providers.
  • Zero Overdose and Pear Suite will combine their expertise to provide training to thousands of community health workers and other HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) providers across the country.
  • Tom McCary, Co-founder of Zero Overdose, "This is exactly the kind of partnership Zero Overdose is designed for, bringing skills and tools to individuals on the front lines."
  • Together, Zero Overdose and Pear Suite are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals affected by substance abuse and overdose.

Casebook PBC Survey Finds Nonprofits Using Case Management Software Reduced Time Spent on Program Audits by 66%

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Casebook PBC, the innovator of human services software, is revealing new insights from a survey of nearly 30 nonprofit leaders from organizations across child and family services, mental health, substance abuse, senior care, community services and more. The study examined challenges and insights from human services organizations with less than 50 employees and shows that 60% still use spreadsheets for tracking and reporting, while nearly four in 10 use paper records for intake, case management, and outcome analysis.

Key Points: 
  • The Casebook PBC survey shows that a majority of nonprofits are not using data for decision-making because it is difficult to collect - and if they are, they're using multiple platforms.
  • The Casebook PBC survey shows that a majority of nonprofits are not using data for decision-making because it is difficult to collect - and if they are, they're using multiple platforms.
  • At the same time, organizations that have deployed case management software are spending less than four hours per program audit - a reduction of nearly 66% compared to those without software.
  • Choose the Right Case Management Software: Configurable case management software, such as Casebook, lets you achieve more in a faster, more client-focused workflow.

Rx Outreach builds first St. Louis community pharmacy in partnership with ARCA to rid barriers, promote health

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Health, Mental health, Substance abuse, ARCA, Partnership, Patient, Mortality, Pharmacy, Prescription, Food, Telehealth, Housing, Nursing

ARCA, a St. Louis-based behavioral health organization and the largest in Missouri, provides mental health and addiction treatment services for adult patients to help promote healing and health.

Key Points: 
  • ARCA, a St. Louis-based behavioral health organization and the largest in Missouri, provides mental health and addiction treatment services for adult patients to help promote healing and health.
  • Located in north St. Louis County's Dellwood community, the building consists of shared, separate space for ARCA and Rx Outreach.
  • After a patient receives treatment, they can conveniently enter the RxO Community Pharmacy for affordable prescriptions.
  • "We are pleased to partner with ARCA to help individuals achieve their goals of recovery," said Rx Outreach president and CEO Julie Erickson.

Backpack Healthcare Launches New Mental Healthcare App for Kids, Teens, and Young Adults

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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ELKRIDGE, Md., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To further its mission of providing accessible, inclusive and comprehensive pediatric mental healthcare, Backpack Healthcare has launched a new, bibliotherapy-based app called Hello Backpack.

Key Points: 
  • ELKRIDGE, Md., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To further its mission of providing accessible, inclusive and comprehensive pediatric mental healthcare, Backpack Healthcare has launched a new, bibliotherapy-based app called Hello Backpack.
  • This app is designed to empower young individuals, their families and their caregivers with clinically-backed care through mood tracking, journaling, and personalized care plans.
  • Our innovative mental health app for children and their families represents a source of optimism and encouragement for a generation grappling with crises," said Hafeezah Muhammad, founder & CEO of Backpack Healthcare.
  • The Hello Backpack app is available to download on the Apple App Store and Android Google Play stores.

Centered Health Taps Katie Gregory to Lead Business Development

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Centered Health, a diverse network of premium, mental health treatment centers, today announced the appointment of Katie Gregory as Vice President of Business Development. Gregory's appointment marks a strategic move for Centered Health to accelerate its mission to deliver individualized, comprehensive mental health care to as many adults and teens as possible across Southern California and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Centered Health , a diverse network of premium, mental health treatment centers, today announced the appointment of Katie Gregory as Vice President of Business Development.
  • "Katie is truly a unicorn in the mental health industry", shared Nuchie Schapiro, Founder and CEO of Centered Health.
  • We are delighted that Katie recognizes Centered Health as a top treatment provider in the field and has joined us as head of business development.
  • Interested in making a referral, email us: [email protected] or call admissions: 888-903-9146 or contact Katie Gregory, VP of Business Development, directly: [email protected] .

Drug Abuse Testing Market, Size, Global Forecast Report 2024-2030: Focus on Alcohol, Cannabis/Marijuana, Cocaine, Opioids, Amphetamine & Methamphetamine, and LSD - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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Drug of Abuse Testing Market size is expected to hit US$ 10.28 Billion by 2030 from US$ 6.18 Billion in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Drug of Abuse Testing Market size is expected to hit US$ 10.28 Billion by 2030 from US$ 6.18 Billion in 2023.
  • Innovations in technology are continuously emerging to expedite and enhance drug testing efficiency in response to the growing demand for such services.
  • The drug abuse testing market is generally pushed by strict laws that mandate drug abuse testing, growing government initiatives concerning drug abuse, rising consumption of alcohol and different drugs, and growing mortality because of drugs.
  • The growing global population engaged in alcohol and illicit drug use, encompassing substances like marijuana and cocaine, drives the drug abuse testing market's growth.

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Commits $79.4 Million to Affordable Housing Program – $50 Million More Than 2023 Commitment

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Professional Services, Philanthropy, Residential Building & Real Estate, Fund Raising, Finance, Construction & Property, Banking, Accounting, Rehabilitation, Substance abuse, FHLB, AHP, Federal Home Loan Banks, Housing, Multimedia

This year, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) is offering $79.4 million in grants through its Affordable Housing Program (AHP) General Fund – more than $50 million than was allocated in 2023.

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  • This year, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) is offering $79.4 million in grants through its Affordable Housing Program (AHP) General Fund – more than $50 million than was allocated in 2023.
  • In 2023, FHLB Dallas awarded $28.4 million in AHP grants to 43 affordable housing projects.
  • “We are at a critical point with affordable housing in the United States,” said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas.
  • “Making these funds available reinforces our commitment to affordable housing for all Americans.”
    AHP funds are distributed through FHLB Dallas member institutions to support affordable housing needs in communities, such as multifamily and single-family housing.

Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft Endorses Proposed Initiative To Reform Proposition 47

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft (CARRT) today announced its support for the proposed initiative called the Homeless, Drug Addiction and Theft Reduction Act.

Key Points: 
  • Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft (CARRT) today announced its support for the proposed initiative called the Homeless, Drug Addiction and Theft Reduction Act.
  • “Our current system puts Californians at risk as crime continues to rise without any real repercussions.
  • That is why Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft is supporting the Homeless, Drug Addiction and Theft Reduction Initiative,” said Matt Ross, spokesman for Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft.
  • “The initiative focuses on repeat offenders of retail crime.

Comprehensive Study from 50 Top Scientists Details Five Cutting-edge Advances in Biomedical Engineering and Their Applications in Medicine

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Health Technology, Data Management, Technology, Nanotechnology, Stem Cells, Biometrics, Medical Devices, Neurology, Genetics, Artificial Intelligence, Science, Biotechnology, Other Science, Health, Research, Paper, Therapy, Tissue engineering, Transcriptome, Gene editing, AI, Education, Substance abuse, Immunotherapy, Epigenome, Growth, Physiology, Interface, Cell, Vaccine, Behavior, Protein engineering, Biomedicine, University, Biomedical engineering, Guideline, Biological engineering, Patient, Genome, Johns Hopkins University, Genomics, Diagnosis, Tissue, DNA, Immune system, Brain, Medical imaging

Through the course of the workshop, the researchers identified five primary medical challenges that have yet to be addressed, but, by solving them with advanced biomedical engineering approaches, can greatly improve human health.

Key Points: 
  • Through the course of the workshop, the researchers identified five primary medical challenges that have yet to be addressed, but, by solving them with advanced biomedical engineering approaches, can greatly improve human health.
  • By focusing on these five areas, the consortium has laid out a roadmap for future research and funding.
  • Advanced technologies, such as wearable sensors and digital twins, can provide the basis of a solution to this challenge.
  • Despite the rapid advances in genomics in the past few decades, there are obstacles remaining in our ability to engineer genomic DNA.