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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), in collaboration with Penn State Harrisburg’s Douglas W. Pollock Center for Addiction Outreach and Research, Shatterproof, and The Public …
Pennsylvania’s Life Unites Us Campaign Breaks Barriers and Reduces Stigma Around Addiction Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) recently announced the availability of $2 million in grants aimed at community-based prevention services across Pennsylvania. This funding stems …
Statewide Push: $2 Million Boost for Opioid Prevention Targets Community Health Equity Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) recently announced a strategic investment exceeding $3.2 million, directed towards 13 organizations across the state. These funds, sourced from the Centers …
Pennsylvania Allocates Over $3.2 Million to Combat Drug-Related Overdose Epidemic Read More
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