White House: Opioid Crisis Cost U.S. $2.5 Trillion from 2015 to 2018
The opioid epidemic continues to be one of the most devastating public health crises in U.S. history, leaving an indelible mark on society, the...
Sabra Health Care REIT’s Bold Move into the Addiction Treatment Sector: A Strategic Investment with Optimism for the Future
In the evolving world of healthcare real estate, Sabra Health Care REIT (Nasdaq: SBRA) has made a significant move that could shape the future...
The Behavioral Health Industry Faces New Challenges: The Impact of the EKRA Act
For years, the behavioral health care industry was shrouded in stigma, which often led to an underfunded and under-resourced system that made it difficult...
Uncertainty Surrounding EKRA Could Hurt Behavioral Health Providers
For decades, behavioral health care was burdened by stigma, making access to quality services both difficult and expensive. However, recent shifts in societal attitudes,...
The Launch of FindTreatment.gov: A Landmark Step in Addressing the U.S. Opioid Epidemic
In an ongoing effort to combat the nation’s devastating opioid crisis, the Trump administration recently launched a new and vital resource: FindTreatment.gov, a website...
Medicaid and Medication-Assisted Treatment: Progress and Barriers in Fighting Opioid Use Disorder
The number of Medicaid beneficiaries receiving medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD) is on the rise. This trend is promising, considering MAT's...