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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) and the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) have introduced a free virtual training series designed to help …
Breaking Barriers: Free Virtual Training Paves the Way for Recovery-Friendly Workplaces in Pennsylvania! Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — In observance of National Recovery Month, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) is spotlighting the crucial role of Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) in addressing substance use …
Discover How RCA’s Innovative Approach is Transforming Addiction Recovery Read More
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — ETHOS Treatment LLC, a leading provider of care for individuals and families dealing with substance use disorders and mental health issues, is thrilled to announce the …
ETHOS Treatment Launches New Webinar Program Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a proactive step to address the growing xylazine crisis, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH), led by Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen, announced on Friday the distribution …
Pennsylvania Distributes 50,000 Xylazine Wound Care Kits to Combat Drug Epidemic Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — On Wednesday, Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Secretary Dr. Latika Davis-Jones joined local leaders and experts in Johnstown for a roundtable discussion on the opioid …
Pennsylvania Officials Address Opioid Crisis in Johnstown Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Thursday, the FDA issued warning letters to six online retailers for selling unauthorized e-liquid products from the Bad Drip brand, which mimic prescription drug bottles. The …
FDA Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Unauthorized E-Liquids and E-Cigarettes Read More
POTTSVILLE, PA — On Friday, the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and Gaudenzia, Inc. unveiled the state’s first mobile licensed narcotic treatment program, “Driving Recovery for PA.” …
Pennsylvania Launches First Mobile Narcotic Treatment Program Read More HARRISBURG, PA — On Friday, the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) announced it is now accepting applications from entities to manage and oversee Pennsylvania’s Drug and Alcohol Call …
Pennsylvania Seeks Managers for $7 Million Drug and Alcohol Helpline Grant Read More
MONROE COUNTY, PA — In the pursuit of enhancing services for substance use disorder (SUD), Pennsylvania’s Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Secretary, Dr. Latika Davis-Jones, has been touring …
Addressing the Opioid Crisis: A Deep Dive into Pennsylvania’s Strategy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. —U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), in his role as Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, has announced a legislative and advocacy effort geared towards enhancing …
Senator Casey Advocates for Improved Substance Use Disorder Treatments for Older Adults Read More