Diversifying Opioid Prescription Programs Project

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par
University of British Columbia

Date de publication

2024

Géographie

Canada

Langue de la ressource

English and French

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Oui

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Non

Évalué par des pairs

No

L’objectif

Several resources were developed collaboratively with service users, providers, research team members, and partners across Canada to mobilize the knowledge produced through the Diversifying Opioid Prescription Programs Project.

Constatations/points à retenir

The report highlights the need for diversified approaches to OAT, iOAT, and prescribed alternatives to strengthen OUD care nationwide. The checklists provide practical, actionable steps for health authorities, Ministry of Health, College of Physicians, and College of Pharmacists. The checklists are tailored to BC authorities but adaptable for other health authorities, etc. The policy brief outlines best practices of person-centered care and diversifying opioid prescription programs. It is also available in French.

Mots clés

About pharmacists
About prescribers
Barriers and enablers
Carries/take-home doses
Clinical guidance
Illegal drugs
Injecting drugs
Peer/PWLLE program involvement
Policy/Regulatory
Substitution/OAT
Withdrawal
Wrap-around services