Many ERs fail people who struggle with addiction. These new approaches might help
Many hospitals fail to screen for substance use, offer medications to treat opioid use disorder or connect patients to follow-up care.
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Many hospitals fail to screen for substance use, offer medications to treat opioid use disorder or connect patients to follow-up care.
Many ERs Fail People Who Struggle With Addiction. These New Approaches Might Help
Starting treatment for addiction in the emergency room greatly improves the chances recovery will last, experts say. Cutting red tape, hiring advocates and Uber vouchers can all make a difference.