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06/01/2026
SUD Treatment Series webinars for medical professionals
The Ohio Substance Use Disorders Center of Excellence (SUD COE) at Case Western Reserve University has announced a new Substance Use Disorders Treatment Series for medical professionals. The three trainings are designed for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and others involved in providing medical care to individuals with substance use disorders (SUD).
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NAMI Releases Issue Brief on Trends in Mental Health and Criminal Justice State Policy
NAMI Releases Issue Brief on Trends in Mental Health and Criminal Justice State Policy In recognition of National Criminal Justice Month, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released a new publication, Trends in Mental Health and Criminal Justice State Policy. The mental health crisis in the criminal justice system has led to communities searching for ways to reduce criminal justice system involvement and increase investments in mental health care. NAMI’s Trends in Mental Health and Criminal Justice State Policy shows how state policymakers and advocates can address this problem.
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HHS brief: Outpatient BH Services for Older Adults
A new HHS brief highlights issues related to the availability of outpatient behavioral health services for older adults. The brief finds that while most outpatient behavioral health facilities accept older adults, only about a third offer tailored programs for this population, and fewer than half of substance use treatment facilities accept Medicare. Despite behavioral health conditions rising among older adults, they are 40% less likely to receive treatment than younger adults due to workforce shortages, transportation challenges and other issues.
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