The Prescription Opioid Epidemic: An Evidence-Based Approach

Описание: About the Event

The Clinton Foundation's Health Matters Initiative (CHMI) and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (JHSPH) are pleased to present a unique forum focused on elevating high-impact solutions to the nation's prescription opioid epidemic.

Building on the momentum and progress from last year's joint town hall, CHMI and JHSPH will convene thought leaders from across industries and sectors to discuss evidence-based solutions designed to address the epidemic from a holistic approach. Speakers and panelists will present recommendations from cross-disciplinary work groups focused on areas ranging from community-based prevention strategies to addiction treatment initiatives. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to engage in direct dialogue with each other as well as working-group leads through facilitated discussion modules.

About the Report

In May 2014, a diverse group of experts - including clinicians, researchers, government officials, injury prevention professionals, law enforcement leaders, pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors, lawyers, health insurers and patient representatives - gathered at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The group convened to review what is known about the prescription opioid epidemic; to identify strategies for reversing the alarming trends in injuries and deaths from these drugs; and to make recommendations for action. In the months that followed, work groups reviewed the available evidence.