Report highlights strategies to curb opioid misuse, death among Hispanic/Latino populations
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Office of Behavioral Health Equity recently published a report on the opioid crisis’ impact on the Hispanic and Latino populations.
The brief presents data on opioid misuse and death rates in Hispanic/Latino populations; contextual factors and challenges in prevention and treatment; innovative outreach and engagement strategies to connect people to evidence-based treatment; and the importance of community voices.
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