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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
HARRISBURG, PA — In a groundbreaking move to combat the devastating scourge of opioid misuse and prescription drug abuse, two national organizations are joining forces for a powerful new initiative …
Bold Move in Pennsylvania’s Drug Education: Technology and Prevention Messaging Unite Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — Recovery Centers of America (RCA) has teamed up with The Hyer Calling Foundation (HCF) to champion the cause of individuals in the legal profession battling …
Recovery Centers of America Joins Forces with The Hyer Calling Foundation to Advocate for Legal Recovery Community Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move on Capitol Hill, Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), both serving on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, this week …
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Expand Surveillance Powers to Combat International Drug Trafficking Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a concerted effort to combat the persistent drug overdose crisis, the Pennsylvania Department of Health has unveiled an array of free virtual training programs. Aimed at …
Pennsylvania Health Department Launches New Virtual Trainings in Bid to Curb Overdose Crisis Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — To better serve the needs of Pennsylvanians battling addiction, the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has embarked on a statewide stakeholder engagement tour. Through …
Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Programs: A Community-Driven Approach to Combat the Opioid Crisis Read More
SCHUYLKILL TWP, PA —The Pennsylvania Recovery Center, a Phoenixville-based addiction treatment facility, has pledged to remove potential barriers preventing veterans and first responders from receiving treatment for substance abuse. This …
Pennsylvania Recovery Center Pledges Unwavering Support for Veterans and First Responders Battling Addiction Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), in collaboration with Penn State Harrisburg’s Douglas W. Pollock Center for Addiction Outreach and Research, The Public Good Projects …
Pennsylvania’s ‘Life Unites Us’ Campaign Makes Strides in Reducing Stigma of Substance Use Disorder Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a bid to address the escalating need for substance use disorder (SUD) professionals in Pennsylvania, the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) recently announced an …
Pennsylvania Bolsters Substance Use Disorder Workforce with $18 Million Student Loan Repayment Program Read More