Recovery court asks for $10,000 in opioid funds to add blood-based drug testing Amy Galyon told the Blount County budget committee the recovery court seeks $10,000 from an opioid grant to pay for dried‑blood‑spot tests (about $100 per test) that can detect newer 'gas‑station' drugs and prescribed medications more reliably than urine screening. The program said the tests helped retain participants and improve treatment decisions.

Blount County's recovery court is seeking $10,000 to implement advanced blood testing that could revolutionize drug treatment and improve participant retention.

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Senate moves $5 million opioid rollover to Department of Public Health for treatment and diversion programs Lawmakers adopted a substitute to House Bill 487 that reappropriates $5 million in leftover opioid-related funds to the Alabama Department of Public Health for treatment, diversion and related initiatives, with sponsors listing recipient programs and saying funds will support both clinical and diversion services.

The Alabama Senate has approved a crucial $5 million reallocation to enhance opioid treatment and diversion programs, aiming to tackle the ongoing crisis head-on.

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Council backs opioid‑abatement grant application and use of settlement funds to expand Payne County Drug Court services Stillwater authorized submission of a three‑year opioid abatement grant and signaled use of city opioid settlement funds to supplement the Payne County Drug Court expansion; council adopted resolution CC‑2026‑5 unanimously to apply and partner on a proposed program that would cost about $1.175M over three years.

Stillwater City Council is taking a bold step to combat the opioid crisis by proposing a $1.175 million expansion of Payne County Drug Court services.

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Woodford County approves opioid‑abatement resource specialist paid from settlement funds The fiscal court approved creating a substance‑abuse community opioid abatement resource specialist (recommended salary $45,000–$55,000) to be housed at the Woodford County Health Department and funded from opioid settlement monies, contingent on Versailles City Council concurrence.

Woodford County is taking a bold step in the fight against the opioid crisis by creating a dedicated resource specialist to provide immediate support and connect individuals with vital recovery services.

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Sumner County approves $454,000 grant pool, withholds $50,000 for mobile naloxone unit and adds conflict-of-interest rule At a county meeting, officials approved a $454,000 nonprofit grant pool but agreed to hold $50,000 to fund a mobile naloxone kit. The panel also added a conflict-of-interest disclosure and a prohibition on voting for members with conflicts; staff will return with implementation details.

Sumner County officials are taking a proactive stance against overdoses by withholding $50,000 from a grant pool to fund a mobile naloxone unit for overdose hotspots.

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Development of the Healthy Women Intervention to Increase Women’s Engagement in Medication Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder: Mixed Methods, User-Centered Design Approach Background: Rates of opioid use disorder (OUD) have increased among women over the past 2 decades. Medication treatment for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is effective but underused. Gender-specific treatments for women have been associated with improved substance use outcomes. However, these treatments have not specifically targeted women’s engagement in MOUD, and the impact of existing gender-specific treatments is restricted by in-person delivery. Objective: The aim of this study was to develop a digital intervention to feasibly deliver gender-specific care that addresses the individualized needs of women with OUD to increase engagement in MOUD. Methods: A mixed methods, user-centered design approach was used to inform the development of a digital intervention. In phase 1, qualitative interviews were conducted with women with lived experience of OUD (n=20) and providers who treat women with OUD (n=8). Interviews were recorded, transcribed, and coded for themes. In addition, a larger sample of treatment providers (n=55) completed an online survey to further inform the content of the digital intervention. Phase 2 consisted of designing, beta-testing (n=5), and refining the intervention. Results: The age of women with lived experience ranged from 21 to 59 (mean 38.5, SD 9.4) years; 63% (5/8) of providers interviewed were female participants. The qualitative interview data from women with lived experience and providers were grouped into 6 thematic categories: 3 treatment-related (1) barriers to treatment, (2) facilitators to successful recovery, and (3) important issues to address in treatment, and 3 technology-related (4) positives of using technology as part of treatment, (5) suggested technology features, and (6) barriers to using technology. Across the treatment-related categories, several themes touched on women-specific factors including family responsibilities, abusive partners, stigma, and motivation for treatment (eg, pregnancy). The technology-related categories provided information for designing the features of the intervention, as well as revealing barriers to technology use, which could be helpful in developing implementation strategies. Provider survey participants were primarily female participants (40/55, 73%), with a mean age of 42.5 (SD 12.5) years. Survey data provided additional information on barriers to treatment and suggested technology features. Based on these data and preliminary work, the intervention was created. Minor edits to content and visual design were made in the beta-testing phase. The final version includes a web-based component with 6 topic modules and a mobile component. Topics in the web-based component are presented through infographics, text, videos, and interactive questions. The mobile component includes daily motivational messages, skills practice activities (2/wk), weekly check-ins, and resources (always available). Conclusions: Important themes and suggested features from women with lived experience and providers were incorporated into a digital intervention for women with OUD. Data on #feasibility, satisfaction, and engagement with the intervention are currently being collected in phase 3, a pilot randomized controlled trial.

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State of the County: Haywood Releases 2026 Community Health Update | WNC Times Haywood County -- Tracking the well-being of a community is an ongoing mission, and this week, Haywood County officials provided a fresh look at the ...

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Meet Our 2026 Distinguished Investigators | Brain & Behavior Research Foundation In 2026, the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation awarded Distinguished Investigator Grants valued at $1 million to 10 senior-level scientists who are conducting groundbreaking research in neurobiological and behavioral science. Recipients of the $100,000, one-year grants are exploring critical areas of mental health, including depression, autism spectrum disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, cocaine use disorder, and chronic cannabis use.

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Houghton County to pursue reinstated substance abuse grant to support Treatment Court The Houghton County Board of Commissioners voted 4-0 to move forward with implementing a reinstated substance abuse grant that officials said would provide about $60,000 per year and support the county's Treatment Court; the plan is due Feb. 11, 2026.

Houghton County is set to revitalize its Treatment Court with a crucial $60,000 annual substance abuse grant, thanks to a unanimous vote from the Board of Commissioners!

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Lunenburg supervisors approve participation in Sackler family opioid settlement The board approved a resolution authorizing the county to participate in the proposed direct settlement with the Sackler family and directed the county attorney to execute documents necessary to receive the county’s allocation under the Virginia Opioid Abatement Fund framework.

Lunenburg County is taking a bold step toward healing by participating in a historic opioid settlement that could bring vital funds for local services.

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Minnehaha County Commission approves year-end budget supplements, $900,000 federal grant and multiple contracts The Minnehaha County Commission on Dec. 29 approved supplemental budgets and grant receipts to close out 2020, accepted a $900,000 BJA grant for substance-abuse response, authorized bridge grant applications and contracts for a highway study and jail medical records software, and approved personnel and vehicle purchases.

The Minnehaha County Commission just approved a $900,000 federal grant to tackle substance abuse and made significant budget supplements to ensure vital services continue into the new year!

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Whitfield County OKs opioid-settlement funds to hire drug-abuse counselors shared with Murray County The Board approved using Whitfield County’s opioid settlement funds, combined with Murray County’s allocation, to hire and equip certified drug-abuse counselors to serve residents of both counties; the move implements a state-local MOU governing settlement funds.

Whitfield County is taking a significant step toward combating the opioid crisis by approving funds to hire certified drug-abuse counselors, aiming to enhance support for its residents.

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Government pledges support for more safer drug consumption facilities in ten-year alcohol and drug strategy Support for more local areas to develop proposals for safer drug consumption facilities and the exploration of options to expand access to drug checking — which could include mobile units or postal…

Support for more local areas to develop proposals for safer drug consumption facilities and the exploration of options to expand access to drug checking have been promised by the Scottish government and local authorities

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Committee backs retail‑sale restrictions on nitrous oxide aimed at reducing youth abuse Lawmakers adopted an amendment to make the nitrous‑oxide bill and voted the measure to the calendar; sponsor emphasized it targets retail sales used for intoxication while preserving medical and culinary uses.

Tennessee lawmakers are taking a stand against the recreational misuse of nitrous oxide, aiming to protect youth from its dangerous effects while preserving its legitimate uses.

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A new study involving more than 100 million people found recreational drugs like marijuana, cocaine and amphetamines significantly raise the risk of stroke – even in younger users.

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Doctor and Monterey County health official warn of increasingly potent kratom products sold locally At a March 4 Monterey County news briefing, an addiction medicine physician and a county consumer‑protection supervisor warned that concentrated kratom extracts—especially 7‑hydroxymitragynine products—are increasingly potent, poorly labeled and pose risks of dependence and overdose; county staff said inspectors can document sales but lack authority to ban products absent other violations.

Local health officials are sounding the alarm about potent kratom products that could pose serious risks, including dependence and overdose, but are often misleadingly marketed.

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Clackamas County trainers demonstrate naloxone use, urge wider kit access Trainers from a Clackamas County overdose-response session demonstrated nasal and intramuscular naloxone administration, reviewed state laws and Good Samaritan protections, and highlighted data showing fentanyl as the main driver of recent overdose fatalities; a survivor recounted eight naloxone reversals that led to recovery.

A survivor recounts how naloxone saved her life eight times, as experts urge the community to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses.

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Doña Ana County awards opioid‑settlement contracts to La Clinica, Elite Methadone and Summit Behavioral Health The commission approved awarding opioid settlement funds to La Clinica de Familia, Elite Methadone Clinic and Summit Behavioral Health (with a reduced award to Summit) to expand medication‑assisted treatment and rural access; county staff described RFP process, evaluation and monitoring plans.

Doña Ana County is taking a bold step to combat the opioid crisis by allocating funds to enhance treatment access for rural and Spanish-speaking communities.

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Warren County Drug Task Force outlines seizures, declining overdose trend and funding squeeze Major R Smith told South Lebanon City Council the task force handled 201 cases and 168 arrests in 2025, reported high statewide seizure rankings for meth and fentanyl, and urged more stable local funding after describing volatile grant support.

Warren County's drug task force recorded a staggering 201 cases and 168 arrests in 2025 while highlighting a concerning funding shortfall amid rising drug threats.

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Hardin County coroner reports 1,193 cases in 2025; flags new synthetic-opioid concern Coroner Pat Elmore told the Hardin County Fiscal Court that his office handled 1,193 cases in 2025, with suicides up and a new synthetic-opioid derivative—referred to in the presentation as 'chlorphene'—being tracked for potential reduced responsiveness to Narcan.

Hardin County's coroner reveals alarming trends: suicides are rising, and a new synthetic opioid, "chlorphene," could challenge current overdose treatments.

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Panel OKs bill to clarify access to treatment records for opioid fatality reviews SB 96 (sub 1) would allow authorized fatality‑review committees to access records protected by 42 CFR for the purpose of system‑level reviews into opioid deaths. Sponsor said the change will permit identification of treatment gaps and preventative opportunities without creating enforcement or penal consequences for providers or patients.

Senate Bill 96 is on the verge of transforming how we tackle opioid deaths by allowing access to confidential treatment records, ensuring that future lives can be saved through systematic reviews.

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