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• #1 Prescription Drug Abuse: Strategies to Stop the Epidemic – TFAH

  https://www.tfah.org/releases/drugabuse2013/

  Prescription drug abuse has quickly become a top public health concern, as prescription drug related deaths now outnumber those from heroin and cocaine combined, and drug overdose deaths exceed motor vehicle-related deaths in 29 states and Washington, D.C. […] The rapid rise of abuse requires nothing short of a full-scale response starting with prevention and education all the way through to expanding and modernizing treatment, said Jeffrey Levi, PhD, executive director of TFAH. There are many promising signs that we can turn this around but it requires urgent action. […] Fifty Americans die a day from prescription drug overdoses, and more than 6 million suffer from prescription drug abuse disorders. This is a very real epidemic and warrants a strong public health response, said Andrea Gielen, ScD, Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy. We must use the best lessons we know from other public health and injury prevention success stories to work in partnership with clinical care, law enforcement, the business community, community-based organizations, and other partners to work together to curb this crisis.

• #2 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policies-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-statements/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #3 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #4 Prescription Drug Abuse | The White House

  https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/ondcp/prescription-drug-abuse1

  Prescription drug abuse is the Nation’s fastest-growing drug problem, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has classified prescription drug abuse as an epidemic. […] Addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic is not only a top priority for public health, it will also help build stronger communities and allow those with substance abuse disorders lead healthier, more productive lives. […] A crucial first step in tackling the problem of prescription drug abuse is to educate parents, youth, and patients about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs, while requiring prescribers to receive education on the appropriate and safe use, and proper storage and disposal of prescription drugs. […] Implement prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in every state, to reduce doctor shopping and diversion and enhance PDMPs to make sure they can share data across states and are used by healthcare providers.

• #5 Prescription drug abuse – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/prescription-drug-abuse/symptoms-causes/syc-20376813

  Prescription drug abuse is the use of a prescription medicine in a way not intended by the prescriber. […] Early identification of prescription drug abuse and early intervention may prevent the problem from turning into an addiction. […] Prescription drug abuse may occur in people who need painkillers, sedatives or stimulants to treat a medical condition. If you’re taking a prescription drug that commonly leads to drug misuse, here are ways to reduce your risk: […] Never use another person’s prescription. […] Properly dispose of medicines. Don’t leave unused or expired drugs around. Check the label or patient information guide for disposal instructions. You can also ask your pharmacist for advice on disposal.

• #6 Preventing Prescription Drug Misuse | Oakland County, MI

  https://www.oakgov.com/community/health/health-a-z/information-a-z/prescription-drug-abuse

  What is prescription drug misuse? Prescription drugs (Rx) are medications prescribed by authorized medical personnel. Prescription drug misuse means taking a prescription drug that is not prescribed for you or taking it for reasons or in dosages other than as prescribed. […] How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? Talk to your children about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs. Know your child’s friends. Supervise your child’s activities. Monitor prescription medication in the home. Lock up medications. Monitor where your children spend time and their surroundings. Properly dispose of unused and expired medications.

• #7 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Hanley Foundation

  https://hanleyfoundation.org/prevention/prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention […] This single-session prescription drug abuse prevention program is designed to empower adolescents and give them the tools they need to resist prescription drug misuse and abuse. The comprehensive curriculum covers the dangers of misusing and abusing opioids and prescription drugs, and identifies which medications are most commonly misused. […] Despite only comprising 4.25% of the world’s population, the United States consumes 99% of the hydrocodone and 60% of oxycodone produced in the world. In 2020, 40.3 million Americans 12 or older were found to have a substance abuse disorder, the vast majority in need of treatment. We are in the midst of an epidemic, and education is one of the best tools we have to combat it. […] Through interactive activities and discussion, students in the program gain an understanding of the risks associated with opioid use and how to protect themselves from potential harm. The program also equips teens with essential communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills designed to serve them well during times of stress or uncertainty — often a key factor in preventing prescription drug abuse. […] Throughout the program, students learn and practice effective refusal techniques, arming them with the best information and strategies to protect themselves from harm. The Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module is dedicated to providing quality support systems for young people, driving awareness in the interest of prevention. With robust education resources, we can all promote healthy behaviors among children and young adults.

• #8 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Hanley Foundation

  https://hanleyfoundation.org/prevention/prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention […] This single-session prescription drug abuse prevention program is designed to empower adolescents and give them the tools they need to resist prescription drug misuse and abuse. The comprehensive curriculum covers the dangers of misusing and abusing opioids and prescription drugs, and identifies which medications are most commonly misused. […] Despite only comprising 4.25% of the world’s population, the United States consumes 99% of the hydrocodone and 60% of oxycodone produced in the world. In 2020, 40.3 million Americans 12 or older were found to have a substance abuse disorder, the vast majority in need of treatment. We are in the midst of an epidemic, and education is one of the best tools we have to combat it. […] Through interactive activities and discussion, students in the program gain an understanding of the risks associated with opioid use and how to protect themselves from potential harm. The program also equips teens with essential communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills designed to serve them well during times of stress or uncertainty — often a key factor in preventing prescription drug abuse. […] Throughout the program, students learn and practice effective refusal techniques, arming them with the best information and strategies to protect themselves from harm. The Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module is dedicated to providing quality support systems for young people, driving awareness in the interest of prevention. With robust education resources, we can all promote healthy behaviors among children and young adults.

• #9 Preventing prescription drug misuse | Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

  https://cdphe.colorado.gov/prevention-and-wellness/injury-prevention/overdose-prevention/preventing-prescription-drug-misuse

  The misuse of prescription drugs is the fastest-growing drug concern in the United States and drug overdose deaths are the leading cause of injury-related death in the United States. […] The Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention was created in 2013 to establish a coordinated, statewide response to this major public health problem. Its mission is to reduce the misuse of prescription drugs such as opioids, stimulants, and sedatives through improvements in education, public outreach, research, safe disposal, and treatment. […] According to data released in 2019 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 4.6% or approximately 221,000 Coloradoans misuse prescription drugs compared to the regional average of 3.7%. More than 255,000 Coloradans misuse prescription drugs and deaths involving the use of opioids nearly quadrupled between 2000 and 2011. […] To combat this growing problem, the National Governors Association hosted a year-long Policy Academy to Reduce Prescription Drug Abuse and created the comprehensive Colorado Plan to Reduce Prescription Drug Abuse.

• #10 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #11 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  Intervention strategies that aim to curb the prescription drug abuse epidemic must (1) improve legislation and enforcement of existing laws, (2) improve medical practice with respect to prescribing opioids, (3) educate prescribers regarding the underappreciated risks and benefits of high-dose opioid therapy, and (4) include secondary and tertiary prevention measures to improve access to substance abuse services and overdose harm reduction programs. […] The prescription drug abuse injury policy report published by the Trust for Americas Health in 2013 described several strategic interventions considered to be the most promising to fight prescription drug abuse. […] The first category includes strategies aimed at prevention of drug misuse and abuse, such as implementation and mandatory use of PDMP initiatives, adoption of doctor shopping laws and medical provider education laws, and implementation of physical exam requirements.

• #12 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policies-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-statements/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #13 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policies-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-statements/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #14 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention & Treatment Programs | Study.com

  https://study.com/academy/lesson/prescription-drug-abuse-prevention-treatment-programs.html

  Prescription drug abuse occurs when someone takes a medication that was prescribed for someone else, or takes a prescription in a manner not intended by the prescribing doctor. […] Recognizing widespread prescription drug abuse, many government and administrative programs have taken recent action. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or 'SAMHSA’, the health care industry plays a key role in preventing the abuse of pain relieving drugs. Physicians are considered to be a first line of defense. Here are some of the measures recommended for physicians: […] SAMHSA also makes prevention recommendations for communities, workplaces, patients, and families. This includes support of the federal government’s 2011 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Plan. The plan dictates action in four key areas:

• #15 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention & Treatment Programs | Study.com

  https://study.com/academy/lesson/prescription-drug-abuse-prevention-treatment-programs.html

  Prescription drug abuse occurs when someone takes a medication that was prescribed for someone else, or takes a prescription in a manner not intended by the prescribing doctor. […] Recognizing widespread prescription drug abuse, many government and administrative programs have taken recent action. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or 'SAMHSA’, the health care industry plays a key role in preventing the abuse of pain relieving drugs. Physicians are considered to be a first line of defense. Here are some of the measures recommended for physicians: […] SAMHSA also makes prevention recommendations for communities, workplaces, patients, and families. This includes support of the federal government’s 2011 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Plan. The plan dictates action in four key areas:

• #16 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Additionally, patients should properly discard unused or expired medications by following U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines or visiting U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration collection sites. […] Pharmacists can help patients understand instructions for taking their medications along with how the medication works for their condition. […] Manufacturers of prescription drugs continue to work on new formulations of opioid medications, known as abuse-deterrent formulations (ADF), which include technologies designed to prevent people from misusing them by snorting or injection. […] Abuse-deterrent formulations have been shown to decrease the illicit value of drugs. […] Medication regulation has been shown to be effective in decreasing the prescribing of opioid medications.

• #17 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  It is important to know that many medicines do not mix well with alcohol. […] It is important to go to all of your medical appointments and to talk to your team of health care professionals (doctors, pharmacists, nurses, or physician assistants) about your medical conditions, the medicines you take, and any health concerns you have. […] Proper disposal of unused or unwanted medications protects the environment, prevents abuse and reduces accidental poisoning.

• #18 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #19 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  Intervention strategies that aim to curb the prescription drug abuse epidemic must (1) improve legislation and enforcement of existing laws, (2) improve medical practice with respect to prescribing opioids, (3) educate prescribers regarding the underappreciated risks and benefits of high-dose opioid therapy, and (4) include secondary and tertiary prevention measures to improve access to substance abuse services and overdose harm reduction programs. […] The prescription drug abuse injury policy report published by the Trust for Americas Health in 2013 described several strategic interventions considered to be the most promising to fight prescription drug abuse. […] The first category includes strategies aimed at prevention of drug misuse and abuse, such as implementation and mandatory use of PDMP initiatives, adoption of doctor shopping laws and medical provider education laws, and implementation of physical exam requirements.

• #20 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #21 Prevention Programs & Tools | HHS.govLock

  https://www.hhs.gov/opioids/prevention/prevention-programs-tools/index.html

  Toolkits, evidence-based approaches, media campaign materials and other helpful information for use in prevention efforts to combat the opioid crisis. […] The goal of the campaign is to increase awareness that prescription opioids can be addictive and dangerous. […] Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] It is imperative to ensure that youth, their families, and healthcare providers are fully aware of the risks of prescription opioid use and are informed about the appropriate use of opioids and non-opioid alternatives, when appropriate. Doing so can help prevent opioid misuse and avoid a potential path to addiction. […] Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) are state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients. […] Operation Prevention’s mission is to educate students about the true impacts of opioids and kick-start lifesaving conversations in the home and classroom.

• #22 Prescription Drug Abuse | The White House

  https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/ondcp/prescription-drug-abuse1

  Prescription drug abuse is the Nation’s fastest-growing drug problem, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has classified prescription drug abuse as an epidemic. […] Addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic is not only a top priority for public health, it will also help build stronger communities and allow those with substance abuse disorders lead healthier, more productive lives. […] A crucial first step in tackling the problem of prescription drug abuse is to educate parents, youth, and patients about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs, while requiring prescribers to receive education on the appropriate and safe use, and proper storage and disposal of prescription drugs. […] Implement prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in every state, to reduce doctor shopping and diversion and enhance PDMPs to make sure they can share data across states and are used by healthcare providers.

• #23 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  Intervention strategies that aim to curb the prescription drug abuse epidemic must (1) improve legislation and enforcement of existing laws, (2) improve medical practice with respect to prescribing opioids, (3) educate prescribers regarding the underappreciated risks and benefits of high-dose opioid therapy, and (4) include secondary and tertiary prevention measures to improve access to substance abuse services and overdose harm reduction programs. […] The prescription drug abuse injury policy report published by the Trust for Americas Health in 2013 described several strategic interventions considered to be the most promising to fight prescription drug abuse. […] The first category includes strategies aimed at prevention of drug misuse and abuse, such as implementation and mandatory use of PDMP initiatives, adoption of doctor shopping laws and medical provider education laws, and implementation of physical exam requirements.

• #24 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  Intervention strategies that aim to curb the prescription drug abuse epidemic must (1) improve legislation and enforcement of existing laws, (2) improve medical practice with respect to prescribing opioids, (3) educate prescribers regarding the underappreciated risks and benefits of high-dose opioid therapy, and (4) include secondary and tertiary prevention measures to improve access to substance abuse services and overdose harm reduction programs. […] The prescription drug abuse injury policy report published by the Trust for Americas Health in 2013 described several strategic interventions considered to be the most promising to fight prescription drug abuse. […] The first category includes strategies aimed at prevention of drug misuse and abuse, such as implementation and mandatory use of PDMP initiatives, adoption of doctor shopping laws and medical provider education laws, and implementation of physical exam requirements.

• #25 Prescription Drug Abuse | The White House

  https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/ondcp/prescription-drug-abuse1

  Prescription drug abuse is the Nation’s fastest-growing drug problem, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has classified prescription drug abuse as an epidemic. […] Addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic is not only a top priority for public health, it will also help build stronger communities and allow those with substance abuse disorders lead healthier, more productive lives. […] A crucial first step in tackling the problem of prescription drug abuse is to educate parents, youth, and patients about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs, while requiring prescribers to receive education on the appropriate and safe use, and proper storage and disposal of prescription drugs. […] Implement prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in every state, to reduce doctor shopping and diversion and enhance PDMPs to make sure they can share data across states and are used by healthcare providers.

• #26 Prescription Drug Abuse: Strategies to Stop the Epidemic – TFAH

  https://www.tfah.org/releases/drugabuse2013/

  Key recommendations from the report include: Educate the public to understand the risks of prescription drug use to avoid misuse in the first place; Ensure responsible prescribing practices, including increasing education of healthcare providers and prescribers to better understand how medications can be misused and to identify patients in need of treatment; Increase understanding about safe storage of medication and proper disposal of unused medications, such as through take back programs; Make sure patients do receive the pain and other medications they need, and that patients have access to safe and effective drugs; Improve, modernize and fully-fund Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, so they are real-time, interstate and incorporated into Electronic Health Records, to quickly identify patients in need of treatment and connect them with appropriate care and identify doctor shoppers and problem prescribers; Make rescue medications more widely available by increasing access for at-risk individuals to naloxone and provide immunity for individuals and others seeking help; and Expand access to and availability of effective treatment options as a key component of any strategy to combat prescription drug abuse.

• #27 Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention | Children’s Safety Network

  https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/child-safety-topics/prescription-drug-misuse-abuse

  The misuse and abuse of prescription medications involves obtaining and taking these drugs without a prescription and for a nonmedical purpose. Teens and young adults are at risk of abusing prescription medications because they are widely available, free or inexpensive, and falsely believed to be safer than illicit drugs. […] Strategies to reduce prescription medication abuse among youth include: Educating parents and caregivers about the importance of keeping prescription medications locked up; Encouraging parents and caregivers to talk with teens about the dangers of misusing and abusing prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications; Educating the public about how to properly dispose of old or unneeded medications; Training health care providers to screen patients for past or current substance use and to monitor patients use of prescribed medications; and Understanding the role of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in reducing prescription medication misuse/abuse and working with PDMPs to increase their effectiveness. […] Preventing Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens and Young Adults.

• #28 Can We Build an Efficient Response to the Prescription Drug Abuse Epidemic? Assessing the Cost Effectiveness of Universal Prevention in the PROSPER Trial

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4131945/

  Prescription drug abuse has reached epidemic proportions. Nonmedical prescription opioid use carries increasingly high costs. This study explores the performance of these programs to reduce nonmedical prescription opioid use. This work demonstrates that universal school-based EBPIs can efficiently reduce nonmedical prescription opioid use. Further, findings illustrate that family-based programs may be used to enhance the cost-effectiveness of school-based programs. Universal EBPIs can effectively and efficiently reduce nonmedical prescription opioid use should be further considered when developing comprehensive responses to this growing national crisis. The rise in nonmedical prescription opioid use poses a major threat to public health and many policy makers are seeking to craft practical responses. Instead policymakers may wish to engage more efficient solutions. One such approach is the use of universal school and family evidence-based-preventive-interventions (EBPIs). Universal prevention programs target a whole population group that has not been identified based upon individual risk. These programs differ from other demand reduction approaches through their focus on reducing substance abuse risk and cultivating protective factors. Large demonstration trials, including the PROSPER study, have illustrated that EBPIs, delivered within these systems, represent a promising strategy for reducing nonmedical prescription opioid use. This lack of evaluation has contributed to universal EBPIs being largely overlooked and underutilized in recent federal and state responses. This evaluation reveals the potential of family-based EBPIs during early adolescence to enhance the efficiency of school-based programs. Thus, by employing propensity and marginal structural models we are able to leverage the unique data within the PROSPER trial to compare the impact of the different school programs and family programs. In light of these findings, decision makers seeking to craft comprehensive responses to prescription drug abuse may wish to consider the potential value of broader evidence-based drug use prevention efforts that nurture healthy cognitions and behaviors by parents and youth. Universal prevention efforts that serve entire populations, targeting risk and protective factors for nonmedical use, can offer society a means of protecting youth populations from nonmedical use while allowing those who are suffering access to the best possible therapies.

• #29 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module – Botvin LifeSkills TrainingBotvin LifeSkills Training

  https://www.lifeskillstraining.com/prescription-drug-abuse-prevention-module/

  The new LifeSkills Training Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module gives adolescents the skills and knowledge necessary to help them avoid the misuse/abuse of opioids and prescription drugs. […] Students will develop skills to: Recognize that prescription drugs are medications intended to help people deal with medical problems. Recognize that prescription drugs and, in some cases, over-the-counter medicines can be abused. Identify why people do or do not abuse prescription drugs (including opioids). Learn and practice effective refusal techniques. […] The module can be used as a standalone component for programs that need content to explicitly address this serious public health issue, or in conjunction with LST Middle School program.

• #30 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Hanley Foundation

  https://hanleyfoundation.org/prevention/prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention […] This single-session prescription drug abuse prevention program is designed to empower adolescents and give them the tools they need to resist prescription drug misuse and abuse. The comprehensive curriculum covers the dangers of misusing and abusing opioids and prescription drugs, and identifies which medications are most commonly misused. […] Despite only comprising 4.25% of the world’s population, the United States consumes 99% of the hydrocodone and 60% of oxycodone produced in the world. In 2020, 40.3 million Americans 12 or older were found to have a substance abuse disorder, the vast majority in need of treatment. We are in the midst of an epidemic, and education is one of the best tools we have to combat it. […] Through interactive activities and discussion, students in the program gain an understanding of the risks associated with opioid use and how to protect themselves from potential harm. The program also equips teens with essential communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills designed to serve them well during times of stress or uncertainty — often a key factor in preventing prescription drug abuse. […] Throughout the program, students learn and practice effective refusal techniques, arming them with the best information and strategies to protect themselves from harm. The Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module is dedicated to providing quality support systems for young people, driving awareness in the interest of prevention. With robust education resources, we can all promote healthy behaviors among children and young adults.

• #31 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Hanley Foundation

  https://hanleyfoundation.org/prevention/prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention […] This single-session prescription drug abuse prevention program is designed to empower adolescents and give them the tools they need to resist prescription drug misuse and abuse. The comprehensive curriculum covers the dangers of misusing and abusing opioids and prescription drugs, and identifies which medications are most commonly misused. […] Despite only comprising 4.25% of the world’s population, the United States consumes 99% of the hydrocodone and 60% of oxycodone produced in the world. In 2020, 40.3 million Americans 12 or older were found to have a substance abuse disorder, the vast majority in need of treatment. We are in the midst of an epidemic, and education is one of the best tools we have to combat it. […] Through interactive activities and discussion, students in the program gain an understanding of the risks associated with opioid use and how to protect themselves from potential harm. The program also equips teens with essential communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills designed to serve them well during times of stress or uncertainty — often a key factor in preventing prescription drug abuse. […] Throughout the program, students learn and practice effective refusal techniques, arming them with the best information and strategies to protect themselves from harm. The Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module is dedicated to providing quality support systems for young people, driving awareness in the interest of prevention. With robust education resources, we can all promote healthy behaviors among children and young adults.

• #32 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Hanley Foundation

  https://hanleyfoundation.org/prevention/prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention […] This single-session prescription drug abuse prevention program is designed to empower adolescents and give them the tools they need to resist prescription drug misuse and abuse. The comprehensive curriculum covers the dangers of misusing and abusing opioids and prescription drugs, and identifies which medications are most commonly misused. […] Despite only comprising 4.25% of the world’s population, the United States consumes 99% of the hydrocodone and 60% of oxycodone produced in the world. In 2020, 40.3 million Americans 12 or older were found to have a substance abuse disorder, the vast majority in need of treatment. We are in the midst of an epidemic, and education is one of the best tools we have to combat it. […] Through interactive activities and discussion, students in the program gain an understanding of the risks associated with opioid use and how to protect themselves from potential harm. The program also equips teens with essential communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills designed to serve them well during times of stress or uncertainty — often a key factor in preventing prescription drug abuse. […] Throughout the program, students learn and practice effective refusal techniques, arming them with the best information and strategies to protect themselves from harm. The Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Module is dedicated to providing quality support systems for young people, driving awareness in the interest of prevention. With robust education resources, we can all promote healthy behaviors among children and young adults.

• #33 Can We Build an Efficient Response to the Prescription Drug Abuse Epidemic? Assessing the Cost Effectiveness of Universal Prevention in the PROSPER Trial

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4131945/

  Prescription drug abuse has reached epidemic proportions. Nonmedical prescription opioid use carries increasingly high costs. This study explores the performance of these programs to reduce nonmedical prescription opioid use. This work demonstrates that universal school-based EBPIs can efficiently reduce nonmedical prescription opioid use. Further, findings illustrate that family-based programs may be used to enhance the cost-effectiveness of school-based programs. Universal EBPIs can effectively and efficiently reduce nonmedical prescription opioid use should be further considered when developing comprehensive responses to this growing national crisis. The rise in nonmedical prescription opioid use poses a major threat to public health and many policy makers are seeking to craft practical responses. Instead policymakers may wish to engage more efficient solutions. One such approach is the use of universal school and family evidence-based-preventive-interventions (EBPIs). Universal prevention programs target a whole population group that has not been identified based upon individual risk. These programs differ from other demand reduction approaches through their focus on reducing substance abuse risk and cultivating protective factors. Large demonstration trials, including the PROSPER study, have illustrated that EBPIs, delivered within these systems, represent a promising strategy for reducing nonmedical prescription opioid use. This lack of evaluation has contributed to universal EBPIs being largely overlooked and underutilized in recent federal and state responses. This evaluation reveals the potential of family-based EBPIs during early adolescence to enhance the efficiency of school-based programs. Thus, by employing propensity and marginal structural models we are able to leverage the unique data within the PROSPER trial to compare the impact of the different school programs and family programs. In light of these findings, decision makers seeking to craft comprehensive responses to prescription drug abuse may wish to consider the potential value of broader evidence-based drug use prevention efforts that nurture healthy cognitions and behaviors by parents and youth. Universal prevention efforts that serve entire populations, targeting risk and protective factors for nonmedical use, can offer society a means of protecting youth populations from nonmedical use while allowing those who are suffering access to the best possible therapies.

• #34 Act 55 Opioid Abuse Prevention | Department of Education | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

  https://www.pa.gov/agencies/education/programs-and-services/schools/safe-schools/laws-and-regulations/act-55-opioid-abuse-prevention.html

  Beginning in the 2018-19 school year, public school students in grades six through twelve are required to receive instruction related to the prevention of opioid abuse. […] There are a variety of substance use prevention programs that can be implemented in schools. […] Local county drug and alcohol offices (also referred to as a Single County Authority), can help schools identify their needs, select prevention programs, and implement prevention programs. […] School district data from the PA Youth Survey (PAYS) is an important resource for identifying student needs and the factors influencing student substance use. This information can be used to help guide selection of prevention programs. […] A video series was created in accordance with Act 55 of 2017 that required the development and provision of a professional development program that includes information necessary to prepare for the teaching of this yearly mandated instruction, and ensured that education professionals who complete the professional development program may apply this training to their continuing education requirements. […] The Health and Opioid Abuse Prevention Education (HOPE) Curriculum is a series of lessons, assessments, and learning materials to develop students functional knowledge, attitudes, and skills to prevent drug abuse.

• #35 Act 55 Opioid Abuse Prevention | Department of Education | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

  https://www.pa.gov/agencies/education/programs-and-services/schools/safe-schools/laws-and-regulations/act-55-opioid-abuse-prevention.html

  Beginning in the 2018-19 school year, public school students in grades six through twelve are required to receive instruction related to the prevention of opioid abuse. […] There are a variety of substance use prevention programs that can be implemented in schools. […] Local county drug and alcohol offices (also referred to as a Single County Authority), can help schools identify their needs, select prevention programs, and implement prevention programs. […] School district data from the PA Youth Survey (PAYS) is an important resource for identifying student needs and the factors influencing student substance use. This information can be used to help guide selection of prevention programs. […] A video series was created in accordance with Act 55 of 2017 that required the development and provision of a professional development program that includes information necessary to prepare for the teaching of this yearly mandated instruction, and ensured that education professionals who complete the professional development program may apply this training to their continuing education requirements. […] The Health and Opioid Abuse Prevention Education (HOPE) Curriculum is a series of lessons, assessments, and learning materials to develop students functional knowledge, attitudes, and skills to prevent drug abuse.

• #36 Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention | Children’s Safety Network

  https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/child-safety-topics/prescription-drug-misuse-abuse

  The misuse and abuse of prescription medications involves obtaining and taking these drugs without a prescription and for a nonmedical purpose. Teens and young adults are at risk of abusing prescription medications because they are widely available, free or inexpensive, and falsely believed to be safer than illicit drugs. […] Strategies to reduce prescription medication abuse among youth include: Educating parents and caregivers about the importance of keeping prescription medications locked up; Encouraging parents and caregivers to talk with teens about the dangers of misusing and abusing prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications; Educating the public about how to properly dispose of old or unneeded medications; Training health care providers to screen patients for past or current substance use and to monitor patients use of prescribed medications; and Understanding the role of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in reducing prescription medication misuse/abuse and working with PDMPs to increase their effectiveness. […] Preventing Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens and Young Adults.

• #37 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription drug abuse is the nations fastest growing drug epidemic. […] Learn how to prevent prescription drug abuse with the resources provided on this page and take action to end the prescription drug abuse epidemic today! […] You can protect your children from Rx abuse with 3 simple steps. […] Every patient interaction is an opportunity to immediately reduce Rx abuse risk. […] As our nations biggest consumers of Rx drugs it is essential to take meds as prescribed. […] Safely disposing of expired or unused prescription medications is a critical step in helping protect your teens. […] Talk to your teen and warn them that taking prescription medications without a doctors supervision can be just as dangerous and as potentially lethal as taking illicit drugs. […] The prescribing of medications is the most common type of medical treatment in the United States, and pharmacists dispense approximately 4 billion prescriptions each year.

• #38 Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention | Children’s Safety Network

  https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/child-safety-topics/prescription-drug-misuse-abuse

  The misuse and abuse of prescription medications involves obtaining and taking these drugs without a prescription and for a nonmedical purpose. Teens and young adults are at risk of abusing prescription medications because they are widely available, free or inexpensive, and falsely believed to be safer than illicit drugs. […] Strategies to reduce prescription medication abuse among youth include: Educating parents and caregivers about the importance of keeping prescription medications locked up; Encouraging parents and caregivers to talk with teens about the dangers of misusing and abusing prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications; Educating the public about how to properly dispose of old or unneeded medications; Training health care providers to screen patients for past or current substance use and to monitor patients use of prescribed medications; and Understanding the role of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in reducing prescription medication misuse/abuse and working with PDMPs to increase their effectiveness. […] Preventing Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens and Young Adults.

• #39 Indiana Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder: Prevention

  https://www.in.gov/recovery/prevention/

  Its critically important to educate your children on the dangers of prescription opioids. […] Make your prescription opioids inaccessible by following the safe storage and disposal guidelines below. […] Always store medicine in its original container the label on the bottle provides important information about the medicine. […] Dont share prescription medicine. A medicine that works for one person may cause harm even death to someone else, even if symptoms are similar.

• #40 Preventing Prescription Drug Misuse | Oakland County, MI

  https://www.oakgov.com/community/health/health-a-z/information-a-z/prescription-drug-abuse

  What is prescription drug misuse? Prescription drugs (Rx) are medications prescribed by authorized medical personnel. Prescription drug misuse means taking a prescription drug that is not prescribed for you or taking it for reasons or in dosages other than as prescribed. […] How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? Talk to your children about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs. Know your child’s friends. Supervise your child’s activities. Monitor prescription medication in the home. Lock up medications. Monitor where your children spend time and their surroundings. Properly dispose of unused and expired medications.

• #41 Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention | Children’s Safety Network

  https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/child-safety-topics/prescription-drug-misuse-abuse

  The misuse and abuse of prescription medications involves obtaining and taking these drugs without a prescription and for a nonmedical purpose. Teens and young adults are at risk of abusing prescription medications because they are widely available, free or inexpensive, and falsely believed to be safer than illicit drugs. […] Strategies to reduce prescription medication abuse among youth include: Educating parents and caregivers about the importance of keeping prescription medications locked up; Encouraging parents and caregivers to talk with teens about the dangers of misusing and abusing prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications; Educating the public about how to properly dispose of old or unneeded medications; Training health care providers to screen patients for past or current substance use and to monitor patients use of prescribed medications; and Understanding the role of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in reducing prescription medication misuse/abuse and working with PDMPs to increase their effectiveness. […] Preventing Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens and Young Adults.

• #42 Preventing Prescription Drug Misuse | Oakland County, MI

  https://www.oakgov.com/community/health/health-a-z/information-a-z/prescription-drug-abuse

  What is prescription drug misuse? Prescription drugs (Rx) are medications prescribed by authorized medical personnel. Prescription drug misuse means taking a prescription drug that is not prescribed for you or taking it for reasons or in dosages other than as prescribed. […] How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? Talk to your children about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs. Know your child’s friends. Supervise your child’s activities. Monitor prescription medication in the home. Lock up medications. Monitor where your children spend time and their surroundings. Properly dispose of unused and expired medications.

• #43 Preventing Prescription Drug Misuse | Oakland County, MI

  https://www.oakgov.com/community/health/health-a-z/information-a-z/prescription-drug-abuse

  What is prescription drug misuse? Prescription drugs (Rx) are medications prescribed by authorized medical personnel. Prescription drug misuse means taking a prescription drug that is not prescribed for you or taking it for reasons or in dosages other than as prescribed. […] How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? Talk to your children about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs. Know your child’s friends. Supervise your child’s activities. Monitor prescription medication in the home. Lock up medications. Monitor where your children spend time and their surroundings. Properly dispose of unused and expired medications.

• #44 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription drug abuse is the nations fastest growing drug epidemic. […] Learn how to prevent prescription drug abuse with the resources provided on this page and take action to end the prescription drug abuse epidemic today! […] You can protect your children from Rx abuse with 3 simple steps. […] Every patient interaction is an opportunity to immediately reduce Rx abuse risk. […] As our nations biggest consumers of Rx drugs it is essential to take meds as prescribed. […] Safely disposing of expired or unused prescription medications is a critical step in helping protect your teens. […] Talk to your teen and warn them that taking prescription medications without a doctors supervision can be just as dangerous and as potentially lethal as taking illicit drugs. […] The prescribing of medications is the most common type of medical treatment in the United States, and pharmacists dispense approximately 4 billion prescriptions each year.

• #45 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #46 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #47 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  It is important to know that many medicines do not mix well with alcohol. […] It is important to go to all of your medical appointments and to talk to your team of health care professionals (doctors, pharmacists, nurses, or physician assistants) about your medical conditions, the medicines you take, and any health concerns you have. […] Proper disposal of unused or unwanted medications protects the environment, prevents abuse and reduces accidental poisoning.

• #48 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #49 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #50 Prescription drug abuse – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/prescription-drug-abuse/symptoms-causes/syc-20376813

  Prescription drug abuse is the use of a prescription medicine in a way not intended by the prescriber. […] Early identification of prescription drug abuse and early intervention may prevent the problem from turning into an addiction. […] Prescription drug abuse may occur in people who need painkillers, sedatives or stimulants to treat a medical condition. If you’re taking a prescription drug that commonly leads to drug misuse, here are ways to reduce your risk: […] Never use another person’s prescription. […] Properly dispose of medicines. Don’t leave unused or expired drugs around. Check the label or patient information guide for disposal instructions. You can also ask your pharmacist for advice on disposal.

• #51

  https://www.daodas.sc.gov/services/prevention/

  Prevention services help South Carolinians of all ages avoid or recover from the dangers of using alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. […] Misuse of prescription drugs means taking a medication in a manner or dose other than prescribed. […] Patients can take steps to ensure they use prescription medications appropriately by: […] Never using another persons prescription and never giving ones prescription medications to others. […] If you have any old prescription drugs, the safest course of action is to remove them from your home altogether. […] Four out of five heroin users started with prescription pain pills.

• #52 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Physicians, their patients, and pharmacists all can play a role in identifying and preventing nonmedical use of prescription drugs. […] More than 84 percent of Americans had contact with a health care professional in 2016, placing doctors in a unique position to identify nonmedical use of prescription drugs and take measures to prevent the escalation of a patients misuse to a substance use disorder. […] Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), state-run electronic databases used to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled prescription drugs to patients, are also important tools for preventing and identifying prescription drug misuse. […] Preventing or stopping nonmedical use of prescription drugs is an important part of patient care. […] Patients can take steps to ensure that they use prescription medications appropriately by: following the directions as explained on the label or by the pharmacist, being aware of potential interactions with other drugs as well as alcohol, never stopping or changing a dosing regimen without first discussing it with the doctor, never using another persons prescription and never giving their prescription medications to others, storing prescription stimulants, sedatives, and opioids safely.

• #53 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  It is important to know that many medicines do not mix well with alcohol. […] It is important to go to all of your medical appointments and to talk to your team of health care professionals (doctors, pharmacists, nurses, or physician assistants) about your medical conditions, the medicines you take, and any health concerns you have. […] Proper disposal of unused or unwanted medications protects the environment, prevents abuse and reduces accidental poisoning.

• #54 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  It is important to know that many medicines do not mix well with alcohol. […] It is important to go to all of your medical appointments and to talk to your team of health care professionals (doctors, pharmacists, nurses, or physician assistants) about your medical conditions, the medicines you take, and any health concerns you have. […] Proper disposal of unused or unwanted medications protects the environment, prevents abuse and reduces accidental poisoning.

• #55 Eastern District of California | Prescription Drug Abuse | United States Department of Justice

  https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/prescription-drug-abuse

  One way to dispose of expired or unnecessary prescription drugs is through community take-back programs. […] It’s important that our children learn about the use and abuse of prescription drugs. […] Thousands of individuals who have struggled with substance abuse have been able to overcome it with the help of treatment and recovery services.

• #56 Prescription Drug Abuse | The White House

  https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/ondcp/prescription-drug-abuse1

  Develop convenient and environmentally responsible prescription drug disposal programs to help decrease the supply of unused prescription drugs in the home. […] Provide law enforcement with the tools necessary to eliminate improper prescribing practices and stop pill mills. […] Because prescription drugs are legal, they are easily accessible. Parents, law enforcement, the medical community, and all levels of government have a role to play in reducing prescription drug abuse. […] Here are some things you can do to reduce the abuse of prescription drugs: Follow disposal guidelines: No matter who you are, you can help address this issue in your home. […] It’s important that our children learn about the use and abuse of prescription drugs. […] If you or a loved one needs help with substance abuse, find a treatment center near you today. […] Successful substance-abuse prevention programs, combined with public education and penalties for those who fail to comply with the law, will continue to receive support in the effort to reduce prescription drug abuse.

• #57 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Linn County Health Department

  https://linncohealth.org/public-health/prescription-drug-abuse-prevention/

  The Linn County Health Department partners with local schools and law enforcement to provide education about the rising issues associated with over-the-counter and prescription drug abuse. […] Prescription drug abuse is when someone takes a medication that was prescribed for someone else or takes their own prescription in a manner or dosage other than what was prescribed. […] It is important to dispose of these medications properly. The Health Department hosts several Drug Take Back days through the year.

• #58 DEA Continues Its Drug Abuse Prevention Efforts With Prescription Drug Take Back Day This SaturdayCandado

  https://www.dea.gov/es/node/5503

  DEA Continues Its Drug Abuse Prevention Efforts With Prescription Drug Take Back Day This Saturday […] Disposing of Unused Medications Prevents Drug Thefts, Abuse, and Overdoses […] America is experiencing an epidemic of addiction, overdose, and death due to abuse of prescription drugs, particularly opioid painkillers. […] The majority of prescription drug abusers report that they obtain their drugs from friends and family, including from the home medicine cabinet. […] Overall, in its 12 previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners have taken in over 7.1 million pounds-more than 3,500 tons-of pills.

• #59 City of Providence Substance Use Disorder Prevention + Behavioral Health – City of Providence

  https://www.providenceri.gov/healthy-communities/substance-abuse-prevention-mental-health/

  Additionally, Human Services partnered with both the Providence Police Department and Walgreens to provide year-round promotion of the MedReturn Bin at the Providence Public Safety Complex and Walgreens Pharmacy (533 Elmwood Avenue). Providence residents may anonymously drop off unused and expired medicines at the bin 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

• #60 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Additionally, patients should properly discard unused or expired medications by following U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines or visiting U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration collection sites. […] Pharmacists can help patients understand instructions for taking their medications along with how the medication works for their condition. […] Manufacturers of prescription drugs continue to work on new formulations of opioid medications, known as abuse-deterrent formulations (ADF), which include technologies designed to prevent people from misusing them by snorting or injection. […] Abuse-deterrent formulations have been shown to decrease the illicit value of drugs. […] Medication regulation has been shown to be effective in decreasing the prescribing of opioid medications.

• #61 DEA Continues Its Drug Abuse Prevention Efforts With Prescription Drug Take Back Day This SaturdayCandado

  https://www.dea.gov/es/node/5503

  DEA Continues Its Drug Abuse Prevention Efforts With Prescription Drug Take Back Day This Saturday […] Disposing of Unused Medications Prevents Drug Thefts, Abuse, and Overdoses […] America is experiencing an epidemic of addiction, overdose, and death due to abuse of prescription drugs, particularly opioid painkillers. […] The majority of prescription drug abusers report that they obtain their drugs from friends and family, including from the home medicine cabinet. […] Overall, in its 12 previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners have taken in over 7.1 million pounds-more than 3,500 tons-of pills.

• #62 How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse – Seminole Prevention Coalition

  https://www.seminolepreventioncoalition.org/how-to-prevent-prescription-drug-abuse/

  It is important to know that many medicines do not mix well with alcohol. […] It is important to go to all of your medical appointments and to talk to your team of health care professionals (doctors, pharmacists, nurses, or physician assistants) about your medical conditions, the medicines you take, and any health concerns you have. […] Proper disposal of unused or unwanted medications protects the environment, prevents abuse and reduces accidental poisoning.

• #63 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Additionally, patients should properly discard unused or expired medications by following U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines or visiting U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration collection sites. […] Pharmacists can help patients understand instructions for taking their medications along with how the medication works for their condition. […] Manufacturers of prescription drugs continue to work on new formulations of opioid medications, known as abuse-deterrent formulations (ADF), which include technologies designed to prevent people from misusing them by snorting or injection. […] Abuse-deterrent formulations have been shown to decrease the illicit value of drugs. […] Medication regulation has been shown to be effective in decreasing the prescribing of opioid medications.

• #64 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  The development of effective, non-addicting pain medications is a public health priority. […] More research is also needed to better understand effective chronic pain management, including identifying factors that predispose some patients to substance use disorders and developing measures to prevent the nonmedical use of prescription medications.

• #65 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Policy and regulation play a vital role in addressing prescription drug abuse. Governments at the federal, state, and local levels have implemented measures to control the availability and distribution of prescription medications. […] Advancements in technology have opened new avenues for the prevention and treatment of prescription drug abuse. […] While significant progress has been made in reducing prescription drug abuse, there is still work to be done. Continued investment in prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs is essential to sustain the positive momentum. […] By working together, we can create a safer and healthier future for all.

• #66 Prescription/OTC Drug Prevention – RADAR

  https://www.boisestate.edu/radar/resource-links-main/prescription-otc-drug-prevention-resource-links/

  CDC produced a suite of videos to help improve communication between prescribers and patients about prescription opioids. These videos complement the CDC Guideline and aim to educate patients and providers about opioids and their risks. Available on YouTube, these videos can be easily used as Public Service Announcements (PSAs), shared on social media, or featured in trainings and presentations. […] The Cardinal Health Foundation has teamed up with Ohio State University College of Pharmacy to promote the prevention of prescription drug abuse misuse with GenerationRx Outreach Initiative. Together they created a free, comprehensive suite of resources to increase awareness about the issue encourage action in communities across the country. […] The DEA and Discovery Education have joined forces to combat a growing epidemic of prescription opioid misuse and heroin use nationwide. Operation Preventions mission is to educate students about the true impacts of opioids and kick-start lifesaving conversations in the home and classroom.

• #67 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The World Health Organization (WHO) has outlined several recommendations on treatment options and prevention of opioid overdose, including increasing the number of opioid dependency treatment programs. WHO also recommends reducing inappropriate opioid prescribing, making naloxone available to those who might witness an opioid overdose, and offering more psychosocial support to maintain treatment options. […] Therefore, APHA urges public health and public policy education programs to prioritize and implement evidence-based community and provider training programs on mental health, nonpharmacological pain treatment alternatives, substance abuse, and overdose prevention.

• #68 Preventing Opioid Overdose | Overdose Prevention | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/prevention/index.html

  Ways to prevent opioid overdose are to improve opioid prescribing, reduce exposure to opioids, prevent illegal opioid use and prescription opioid misuse, and treat opioid use disorder. […] There are strategies that can help prevent overdose and support the health and well-being of communities. […] Treat opioid use disorder by increasing access to substance use disorder treatment services, including Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). Recovery is possible. […] Reverse overdose by expanding access to naloxone, a drug used to reverse an opioid overdose, for community members (family members and neighbors) and service providers (i.e., first responders).

• #69 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The World Health Organization (WHO) has outlined several recommendations on treatment options and prevention of opioid overdose, including increasing the number of opioid dependency treatment programs. WHO also recommends reducing inappropriate opioid prescribing, making naloxone available to those who might witness an opioid overdose, and offering more psychosocial support to maintain treatment options. […] Therefore, APHA urges public health and public policy education programs to prioritize and implement evidence-based community and provider training programs on mental health, nonpharmacological pain treatment alternatives, substance abuse, and overdose prevention.

• #70 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Treatment is essential for individuals already struggling with prescription drug abuse. Access to comprehensive and evidence-based treatment programs can significantly improve outcomes and reduce the risk of relapse. […] Healthcare providers play a crucial role in preventing and addressing prescription drug abuse. By adopting safe prescribing practices, conducting thorough patient assessments, and monitoring medication use, healthcare professionals can minimize the risk of misuse and addiction. […] Community-based prevention programs are instrumental in reducing prescription drug abuse. These programs often involve collaboration between schools, community organizations, law enforcement agencies, and healthcare providers. […] Public awareness campaigns have proven to be effective in changing attitudes and behaviors related to prescription drug abuse.

• #71 Lock Your Meds | Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center

  https://www.anuvia.org/prevention/safe-homes/lock-your-meds/

  Prescription drug abuse is a prominent public health crisis both nationally and in North Carolina. To help educate families in our community about making their homes safe from prescription drug misuse, Anuvia has launched the Safe Homes Campaign for substance use disorder prevention for families at home and as part of our youth substance abuse prevention programs. […] Anuvia is committed to preventing the abuse of prescription drugs in Mecklenburg County. Research has shown that most youth who begin trying prescription drugs for non-medical purposes do so at their home. We at Anuvia want to take a proactive step to ensure we are limiting access to prescription drugs within the homes of our community members. […] The Lock Your Meds campaign, a national initiative through the National Family Partnership, encourages parents and caregivers to lock up all medications to prevent youth access and support substance use disorder prevention at home.

• #72 Opioids and Drug Overdose Prevention Program

  https://portal.ct.gov/dph/health-education-management–surveillance/the-office-of-injury-prevention/opioids-and-prescription-drug-overdose-prevention-program

  The misuse of prescription medication and opioid-based drugs has increased significantly over the years to become a public health concern in Connecticut. This misuse or abuse includes taking these medications in higher doses than prescribed, for a purpose other than that for which it was prescribed, or taking a medication that was prescribed for another person or obtained off the streets. […] „Change the Script” is a statewide public awareness campaign to help communities address the prescription drug and opioid misuse crisis. In collaboration with the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), Department of Consumer Protection (DCP), and Department of Children and Families (DCF), DPH has launched an educational campaign for state residents that helps to increase awareness of the dangers of opioid and prescription drug misuse while focusing on decreasing the stigma of addiction and promoting life-saving measures such as naloxone and treatment. […] The DEA has stated that the best way to avoid counterfeit medication is to take only medications prescribed by a licensed medical professional and dispensed by a registered pharmacist. […] General Prescription Drug Overdose Prevention Strategies.

• #73 Prescription/OTC Drug Prevention – RADAR

  https://www.boisestate.edu/radar/resource-links-main/prescription-otc-drug-prevention-resource-links/

  CDC produced a suite of videos to help improve communication between prescribers and patients about prescription opioids. These videos complement the CDC Guideline and aim to educate patients and providers about opioids and their risks. Available on YouTube, these videos can be easily used as Public Service Announcements (PSAs), shared on social media, or featured in trainings and presentations. […] The Cardinal Health Foundation has teamed up with Ohio State University College of Pharmacy to promote the prevention of prescription drug abuse misuse with GenerationRx Outreach Initiative. Together they created a free, comprehensive suite of resources to increase awareness about the issue encourage action in communities across the country. […] The DEA and Discovery Education have joined forces to combat a growing epidemic of prescription opioid misuse and heroin use nationwide. Operation Preventions mission is to educate students about the true impacts of opioids and kick-start lifesaving conversations in the home and classroom.

• #74 Prescription/OTC Drug Prevention – RADAR

  https://www.boisestate.edu/radar/resource-links-main/prescription-otc-drug-prevention-resource-links/

  CDC produced a suite of videos to help improve communication between prescribers and patients about prescription opioids. These videos complement the CDC Guideline and aim to educate patients and providers about opioids and their risks. Available on YouTube, these videos can be easily used as Public Service Announcements (PSAs), shared on social media, or featured in trainings and presentations. […] The Cardinal Health Foundation has teamed up with Ohio State University College of Pharmacy to promote the prevention of prescription drug abuse misuse with GenerationRx Outreach Initiative. Together they created a free, comprehensive suite of resources to increase awareness about the issue encourage action in communities across the country. […] The DEA and Discovery Education have joined forces to combat a growing epidemic of prescription opioid misuse and heroin use nationwide. Operation Preventions mission is to educate students about the true impacts of opioids and kick-start lifesaving conversations in the home and classroom.

• #75 Prescription/OTC Drug Prevention – RADAR

  https://www.boisestate.edu/radar/resource-links-main/prescription-otc-drug-prevention-resource-links/

  The publication series, Rx Pain Medications. Know the Options. Get the Facts. is a set of 13 fact sheets designed to increase awareness of the risks associated with prescription opioid use and misuse, as well as to educate patients who are prescribed opioids for pain about the risks and to provide resources on methods for alternative pain management.

• #76 Coordinating Colorado’s opioid crisis response – Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention

  https://corxconsortium.org/

  The Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention coordinates our states response to the crisis of misuse and abuse of prescription medications such as opioids (including fentanyl), stimulants, and sedatives. […] Since the Consortium took its current form in 2013, it has been a place where stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints work together and focus their efforts to advance Colorados opioid crisis response.

• #77 Coordinating Colorado’s opioid crisis response – Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention

  https://corxconsortium.org/

  The Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention coordinates our states response to the crisis of misuse and abuse of prescription medications such as opioids (including fentanyl), stimulants, and sedatives. […] Since the Consortium took its current form in 2013, it has been a place where stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints work together and focus their efforts to advance Colorados opioid crisis response.

• #78 Preventing prescription drug misuse | Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

  https://cdphe.colorado.gov/prevention-and-wellness/injury-prevention/overdose-prevention/preventing-prescription-drug-misuse

  The misuse of prescription drugs is the fastest-growing drug concern in the United States and drug overdose deaths are the leading cause of injury-related death in the United States. […] The Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention was created in 2013 to establish a coordinated, statewide response to this major public health problem. Its mission is to reduce the misuse of prescription drugs such as opioids, stimulants, and sedatives through improvements in education, public outreach, research, safe disposal, and treatment. […] According to data released in 2019 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 4.6% or approximately 221,000 Coloradoans misuse prescription drugs compared to the regional average of 3.7%. More than 255,000 Coloradans misuse prescription drugs and deaths involving the use of opioids nearly quadrupled between 2000 and 2011. […] To combat this growing problem, the National Governors Association hosted a year-long Policy Academy to Reduce Prescription Drug Abuse and created the comprehensive Colorado Plan to Reduce Prescription Drug Abuse.

• #79 Stop Rx Abuse in GA

  https://stoprxabuseinga.org/

  The Georgia Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Initiative (GPDAPI) of The Council on Alcohol and Drugs (The Council) focuses on four priority areas and eleven objectives in order to prevent and reduce prescription drug abuse in Georgia. […] Funding for the GPDAPI is being provided by the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities/Division of Addictive Diseases/Office of Prevention Services and Programs (DBHDD/DAD/OPSP) via a contract to The Council. The Council is working in collaboration with the Medical Association of Georgia Foundations Think About It Campaign which also seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse in Georgia. […] Prescription drugs are useful in improving many conditions when used exactly as directed by a physician. Do not stop taking any prescription medication without first consulting with your physician. […] Preventing Prescription Drug Overdoses […] Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Media Tools for Community Use […] Toolkit for Preventing Prescription Drug Abuse in Your Family.

• #80 Georgia Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Collaborative | Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

  https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/georgia-prescription-drug-abuse-prevention-collaborative

  The Council on Alcohol and Drugs (TCAD), a non-profit agency focused on the prevention of substance abuse, is leading the Georgia Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Collaborative (GADAPC). […] This statewide initiative focuses on four priority areas to prevent and reduce prescription drug abuse in Georgia. The four areas addressed are those that have been identified by the Office of National Drug Control Policy: education, monitoring, proper medication disposal, and enforcement. […] TCAD developed the Georgia Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Collaborative, composed of public and private sectors, to work collectively in Georgia to address the priority areas listed above. Collaborative members network with community and political leaders to raise awareness and provide education around Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention. […] The Collaborative contains four operating work groups (based on the priority areas) with strategic plans and detailed action steps. The outcomes of the Prescription Drug Collaborative are numerous and continue to grow.

• #81 Substance Abuse Prevention – Tulsa Health Department

  https://tulsa-health.org/programs/substance-abuse-prevention/

  The mission of the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa (CAPSAT) is bring diverse organizations/stakeholder and individuals together to change policies, systems, and environments for the prevention of substance abuse. CAPSAT objectives include the prevention of non-medical prescription drug, opiate/opioid, stimulant abuse and misuse through education, research, training, intervention, treatment, and enforcement. CAPSAT provides education and training on secure storage and proper disposal of prescription medications, encourage taking prescription medications as prescribed, promote the use of Narcan and facilitate a bi-annual Rx Take Back event every April and October. […] Community members can receive free essential resources designed to prevent overdose and substance misuse, such as Narcan, fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, medication disposal bags and medication lockboxes.

• #82 Center for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention – Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention

  https://corxconsortium.org/about/center-for-prescription-drug-abuse-prevention/

  The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention are excited to announce the creation of the Center for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention, which will be housed at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The new Center will continue to host the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention, which works with partners in government, academia, and communities to coordinate the states response to the opioid crisis. The Center also will facilitate interdisciplinary research, identify and promote evidence-based clinical practices, educate health care and public health practitioners, and test, implement, and promote new models of care for the treatment of pain and substance use disorders. […] The overarching goal of the program is to increase access to MAT and other evidence-based treatment and behavioral health therapies for individuals with opioid use disorder in the designated program counties.

• #83 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Policy and regulation play a vital role in addressing prescription drug abuse. Governments at the federal, state, and local levels have implemented measures to control the availability and distribution of prescription medications. […] Advancements in technology have opened new avenues for the prevention and treatment of prescription drug abuse. […] While significant progress has been made in reducing prescription drug abuse, there is still work to be done. Continued investment in prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs is essential to sustain the positive momentum. […] By working together, we can create a safer and healthier future for all.

• #84 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #85 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  Intervention strategies that aim to curb the prescription drug abuse epidemic must (1) improve legislation and enforcement of existing laws, (2) improve medical practice with respect to prescribing opioids, (3) educate prescribers regarding the underappreciated risks and benefits of high-dose opioid therapy, and (4) include secondary and tertiary prevention measures to improve access to substance abuse services and overdose harm reduction programs. […] The prescription drug abuse injury policy report published by the Trust for Americas Health in 2013 described several strategic interventions considered to be the most promising to fight prescription drug abuse. […] The first category includes strategies aimed at prevention of drug misuse and abuse, such as implementation and mandatory use of PDMP initiatives, adoption of doctor shopping laws and medical provider education laws, and implementation of physical exam requirements.

• #86 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #87 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #88 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #89 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #90 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The United States is undergoing an epidemic of deaths caused by prescription drug overdoses. This policy statement recommends legislative and educational strategies to combat misuse of prescription pain medications. Legislation needs to address physical and mental status examination laws, doctor shopping laws, tamper-resistant prescription form requirements, regulation of pain management clinics, prescription drug monitoring laws, prescription drug overdose emergency response immunity, and access to naloxone. Education must be required for health care prescribers and for the general public. Community education efforts could focus on safe storage, use, and disposal of prescription medications. Pain medication prescription prescribers must be educated on identification and treatment of pain, alternative modalities, substance abuse screening, and mental illness assessments and treatment for vulnerable populations.

• #91 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  Additionally, patients should properly discard unused or expired medications by following U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines or visiting U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration collection sites. […] Pharmacists can help patients understand instructions for taking their medications along with how the medication works for their condition. […] Manufacturers of prescription drugs continue to work on new formulations of opioid medications, known as abuse-deterrent formulations (ADF), which include technologies designed to prevent people from misusing them by snorting or injection. […] Abuse-deterrent formulations have been shown to decrease the illicit value of drugs. […] Medication regulation has been shown to be effective in decreasing the prescribing of opioid medications.

• #92 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Treatment is essential for individuals already struggling with prescription drug abuse. Access to comprehensive and evidence-based treatment programs can significantly improve outcomes and reduce the risk of relapse. […] Healthcare providers play a crucial role in preventing and addressing prescription drug abuse. By adopting safe prescribing practices, conducting thorough patient assessments, and monitoring medication use, healthcare professionals can minimize the risk of misuse and addiction. […] Community-based prevention programs are instrumental in reducing prescription drug abuse. These programs often involve collaboration between schools, community organizations, law enforcement agencies, and healthcare providers. […] Public awareness campaigns have proven to be effective in changing attitudes and behaviors related to prescription drug abuse.

• #93 Prescription Drug Abuse: Strategies to Stop the Epidemic – TFAH

  https://www.tfah.org/releases/drugabuse2013/

  Key recommendations from the report include: Educate the public to understand the risks of prescription drug use to avoid misuse in the first place; Ensure responsible prescribing practices, including increasing education of healthcare providers and prescribers to better understand how medications can be misused and to identify patients in need of treatment; Increase understanding about safe storage of medication and proper disposal of unused medications, such as through take back programs; Make sure patients do receive the pain and other medications they need, and that patients have access to safe and effective drugs; Improve, modernize and fully-fund Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, so they are real-time, interstate and incorporated into Electronic Health Records, to quickly identify patients in need of treatment and connect them with appropriate care and identify doctor shoppers and problem prescribers; Make rescue medications more widely available by increasing access for at-risk individuals to naloxone and provide immunity for individuals and others seeking help; and Expand access to and availability of effective treatment options as a key component of any strategy to combat prescription drug abuse.

• #94 Preventing Opioid Overdose | Overdose Prevention | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/prevention/index.html

  Ways to prevent opioid overdose are to improve opioid prescribing, reduce exposure to opioids, prevent illegal opioid use and prescription opioid misuse, and treat opioid use disorder. […] There are strategies that can help prevent overdose and support the health and well-being of communities. […] Treat opioid use disorder by increasing access to substance use disorder treatment services, including Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). Recovery is possible. […] Reverse overdose by expanding access to naloxone, a drug used to reverse an opioid overdose, for community members (family members and neighbors) and service providers (i.e., first responders).

• #95 New Mexico Prevention

  http://www.nmprevention.org/

  The PDO project aims to prevent overdose death through the: 1) purchase and distribution of naloxone for overdose reversal, and; 2) training to a wide variety of first responders to administer naloxone in high-need communities in New Mexico and to increase state systems capacity and infrastructure. […] The SPF Rx grant intends to improve the effectiveness of the NM prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP), increase use of the system by prescribers, and improve opioid prescribing practices among health care providers in Bernalillo County, NM. […] The NM Opioid State Targeted Response Grant (STR) initiative is overseen by the New Mexico Human Services Departments Behavioral Health Services Division (HSD/BHSD). The goals of the grant are to 1) increase the number of people who receive treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), 2) increase the number of people who receive OUD recovery services, 3) increase the number of providers implementing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), 4) increase the number of trained OUD prevention and treatment providers, and 5) decrease the rate of opioid misuse, opioid overdoses, and opioid-related deaths. […] The PDO Advisory Council is charged with creating the strategic plan, including purchasing strategies and distribution plan, and overseeing the PDO project.

• #96 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Prescription drug abuse has long been a pressing issue, impacting millions of lives and straining healthcare systems worldwide. However, recent trends indicate a promising shift. The power of prevention, coupled with early intervention and effective treatment, is contributing significantly to a remarkable decline in prescription drug abuse. […] Prevention is the first line of defense against prescription drug abuse. By addressing the root causes and risk factors, we can reduce the likelihood of individuals turning to prescription medications for non-medical purposes. […] Early intervention is another critical component in the fight against prescription drug abuse. Identifying and addressing substance misuse early on can prevent the escalation of the problem and reduce the risk of addiction.

• #97 Prevention and Intervention Strategies to Decrease Misuse of Prescription Pain Medication

  https://www.apha.org/policy-and-advocacy/public-health-policy-briefs/policy-database/2015/12/08/15/11/prevention-and-intervention-strategies-to-decrease-misuse-of-prescription-pain-medication

  The World Health Organization (WHO) has outlined several recommendations on treatment options and prevention of opioid overdose, including increasing the number of opioid dependency treatment programs. WHO also recommends reducing inappropriate opioid prescribing, making naloxone available to those who might witness an opioid overdose, and offering more psychosocial support to maintain treatment options. […] Therefore, APHA urges public health and public policy education programs to prioritize and implement evidence-based community and provider training programs on mental health, nonpharmacological pain treatment alternatives, substance abuse, and overdose prevention.

• #98 Preventing Opioid Overdose | Overdose Prevention | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/prevention/index.html

  Ways to prevent opioid overdose are to improve opioid prescribing, reduce exposure to opioids, prevent illegal opioid use and prescription opioid misuse, and treat opioid use disorder. […] There are strategies that can help prevent overdose and support the health and well-being of communities. […] Treat opioid use disorder by increasing access to substance use disorder treatment services, including Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). Recovery is possible. […] Reverse overdose by expanding access to naloxone, a drug used to reverse an opioid overdose, for community members (family members and neighbors) and service providers (i.e., first responders).

• #99 Substance Abuse Prevention – Tulsa Health Department

  https://tulsa-health.org/programs/substance-abuse-prevention/

  The mission of the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa (CAPSAT) is bring diverse organizations/stakeholder and individuals together to change policies, systems, and environments for the prevention of substance abuse. CAPSAT objectives include the prevention of non-medical prescription drug, opiate/opioid, stimulant abuse and misuse through education, research, training, intervention, treatment, and enforcement. CAPSAT provides education and training on secure storage and proper disposal of prescription medications, encourage taking prescription medications as prescribed, promote the use of Narcan and facilitate a bi-annual Rx Take Back event every April and October. […] Community members can receive free essential resources designed to prevent overdose and substance misuse, such as Narcan, fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, medication disposal bags and medication lockboxes.

• #100 Eastern District of California | Prescription Drug Abuse | United States Department of Justice

  https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/prescription-drug-abuse

  One way to dispose of expired or unnecessary prescription drugs is through community take-back programs. […] It’s important that our children learn about the use and abuse of prescription drugs. […] Thousands of individuals who have struggled with substance abuse have been able to overcome it with the help of treatment and recovery services.

• #101 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Policy and regulation play a vital role in addressing prescription drug abuse. Governments at the federal, state, and local levels have implemented measures to control the availability and distribution of prescription medications. […] Advancements in technology have opened new avenues for the prevention and treatment of prescription drug abuse. […] While significant progress has been made in reducing prescription drug abuse, there is still work to be done. Continued investment in prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs is essential to sustain the positive momentum. […] By working together, we can create a safer and healthier future for all.

• #102 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  The development of effective, non-addicting pain medications is a public health priority. […] More research is also needed to better understand effective chronic pain management, including identifying factors that predispose some patients to substance use disorders and developing measures to prevent the nonmedical use of prescription medications.

• #103 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  The development of effective, non-addicting pain medications is a public health priority. […] More research is also needed to better understand effective chronic pain management, including identifying factors that predispose some patients to substance use disorders and developing measures to prevent the nonmedical use of prescription medications.

• #104 How can prescription drug misuse be prevented? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

  https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/misuse-prescription-drugs/how-can-prescription-drug-misuse-be-prevented

  The development of effective, non-addicting pain medications is a public health priority. […] More research is also needed to better understand effective chronic pain management, including identifying factors that predispose some patients to substance use disorders and developing measures to prevent the nonmedical use of prescription medications.

• #105 Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention 12th Annual Meeting – University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

  https://calendar.cuanschutz.edu/event/colorado-consortium-for-prescription-drug-abuse-prevention-12th-annual-meeting

  The annual meeting provides an opportunity to engage with state and local leaders, service providers, community partners and advocates to share successes, discuss challenges, and identify solutions to combat substance use and misuse. […] This year, we will host a panel discussion focused on the role of people with lived and living experience. Afternoon breakout sessions will address harm reduction, peer support professionals, recovery friendly workplaces, and the expansion of opioid treatment programs.

• #106 Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention & Treatment Programs | Study.com

  https://study.com/academy/lesson/prescription-drug-abuse-prevention-treatment-programs.html

  Some legislators have also proposed making 'abuse-deterrent’ technologies mandatory on opioid drugs. […] Though many newer measures are now in place to prevent prescription drug abuse, many users are already dependent on the drugs. Prescription drug dependence occurs when a user develops a physical tolerance and needs a higher dose in order to achieve the desired effect. […] Prescription drug addiction involves dependence with psychological and behavioral symptoms. The addict might crave the drug, miss work obligations in order to obtain the drug, or get into legal trouble for possessing the drug. […] Government prevention programs stress the role of physicians in recognizing abuse, informing patients of dangers, and preventing overuse. Federal programs, like the Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Plan, focus on education, monitoring, proper disposal (like gathering leftover pills), and enforcement. […] To treat prescription drug dependence (the need for higher doses to reach the same effect) the patient will need detoxification (weaning off the drug).

• #107 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Policy and regulation play a vital role in addressing prescription drug abuse. Governments at the federal, state, and local levels have implemented measures to control the availability and distribution of prescription medications. […] Advancements in technology have opened new avenues for the prevention and treatment of prescription drug abuse. […] While significant progress has been made in reducing prescription drug abuse, there is still work to be done. Continued investment in prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs is essential to sustain the positive momentum. […] By working together, we can create a safer and healthier future for all.

• #108 Prescription Drug Abuse | The White House

  https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/ondcp/prescription-drug-abuse1

  Prescription drug abuse is the Nation’s fastest-growing drug problem, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has classified prescription drug abuse as an epidemic. […] Addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic is not only a top priority for public health, it will also help build stronger communities and allow those with substance abuse disorders lead healthier, more productive lives. […] A crucial first step in tackling the problem of prescription drug abuse is to educate parents, youth, and patients about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs, while requiring prescribers to receive education on the appropriate and safe use, and proper storage and disposal of prescription drugs. […] Implement prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) in every state, to reduce doctor shopping and diversion and enhance PDMPs to make sure they can share data across states and are used by healthcare providers.

• #109 Strategies to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse | Arrowwood

  https://arrowwoodaddictiontreatmentcenter.com/the-power-of-prevention-how-early-intervention-and-treatment-are-contributing-to-a-huge-drop-in-prescription-drug-abuse/

  Policy and regulation play a vital role in addressing prescription drug abuse. Governments at the federal, state, and local levels have implemented measures to control the availability and distribution of prescription medications. […] Advancements in technology have opened new avenues for the prevention and treatment of prescription drug abuse. […] While significant progress has been made in reducing prescription drug abuse, there is still work to be done. Continued investment in prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs is essential to sustain the positive momentum. […] By working together, we can create a safer and healthier future for all.

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