Compass Mark to Host Conference on Addiction
EXTON, PA — Compass Mark is partnering with Millersville University to host the Positive Change Conference on October 20 and 27, 2021. This virtual conference is supported by the Lancaster …
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Wolf Administration Highlights Importance of Community Supports for Individuals in Recovery
YORK, PA — Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Secretary Jen Smith was recetly joined by individuals in recovery, the York/Adams Drug and Alcohol Commission, and State Rep. Carol …
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State Releases Report to Address Barriers for Individuals Seeking Substance Use Disorder Treatment
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has announced findings from a new report highlighting the need to update existing client record policies to address barriers …
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Brandywine Hospital Addresses Opioid Overdose in Community
COATESVILLE, PA — Brandywine Hospital shared with the community its plans to address the Opioid Overdose issue in Chester County at an event on June 23, 2021.
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Eating Disorders Treated Both Virtually and In-Person at Recovery Centers of America’s Devon, PA Facility
DEVON, PA — Eating disorders have skyrocketed during the pandemic, as have mental health disorders in general.
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Wolf Administration Announces Partnership to Help Pennsylvanians Find High-Quality Substance Use Disorder Treatment
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) announced yesterday that Pennsylvania is one of four new states partnering with Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to …
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Wolf Administration Discusses Importance of Substance Use Prevention in Local Communities and Schools
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania departments of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and Education (PDE) and Montgomery County Officials earlier this week highlighted the importance of utilizing effective, evidence-based prevention …
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Wolf Administration Highlights Programs Coordinated Through Opioid Command Center
LEMOYNE, PA — The departments of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) recently visited Recovery Community Organization Just for Today Recovery and Veterans Support Services (JFT) …
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Chester County Health Department to Restart Administration of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Following the announcement by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice (ACIP) to resume the administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the Chester County Health Department …
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Williams Applauds House for Passing Bills to Support Protections in Addiction Recovery Treatment Houses
HARRISBURG, PA — Yesterday, the state House of Representative unanimously passed a package of legislation to strengthen protections for addicts in treatment or in recovery houses, says Rep. Craig Williams …
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