It is not always straight forward to find information and reliable resources on telehealth, state policies on OTP operation during this crisis, and insurance guidance.

To support treatment provides, Shatterproof has gathered a list of resources to help guide practice during the crisis.

Resources cover:

• Covid-19 Key resources
• Webinars
• Innovative Approaches
• Provider resources
• Telehealth resources
• Workplace resources
• Behavioural resources
• Resources for patients
• State specific resources

As the COVID-19 global crisis continues, it is vital that Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) remain stable sources of treatment for patients receiving support for opioid use disorders. 

The American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AAOTD) has written guidance designed to support opioid treatment services through the COVID-19 crisis.

The guidelines cover:

• Maintaining Adequate Supplies of Medications and Other Vital Materials
• Facility Infectious Disease Control Standards
• Protecting Your Workforce
• Protecting Your Patients
• Staff and Patient Testing
• Oral and...

El 7 de abril de 2020, el capítulo chileno de ISSUP en colaboración con ISSUP global organizó un webinar sobre la protección de la salud mental durante la epidemia COVID-1. Les agradecemos a todos su participación en el webinar. 

Presentador: Dr. Carlos Ibáñez Piña: Médico Psiquiatra, Doctor en Ciencias Biomédicas, Jefe de la Unidad de Adicciones de la Clínica Psiquiátrica Universitaria de la Universidad de Chile, miembro del Departamento de Psiquiatría de Clínica las Condes, Director del capítulo chileno de la International Society of Substance Use Professionals y coordinador del piloto de...

People who use drugs and with rug use disorders are particularly vulnerable to Covid19 due to underlying health issues, social marginalization and higher economic and social vulnerabilities.

Stigma and discrimination of people who use drugs and with drug use disorders result in limited access to health, housing, employment and social support, and impacts on their efforts to stay safe during COVID-19 pandemic.

The Lancet Psychiatry, Mental Health Innovation Network, and United for Global Mental Health are launching a series of weekly webinars designed to provide policymakers and the wider health community with the latest evidence on the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and how to address it.

The webinars will provide practical solutions to the challenging issues we are all grappling with. Participants will be encouraged to join from around the world, including those with lived experience of mental health and of COVID-19. The format will be short remarks by up to 4 panellists followed by a Q&A...

The spread of coronavirus is an exceptional circumstance with ongoing consequences for organisations, individuals and society on every level.

As the situation continues to develop, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) will provide updated advice, resources and guidance to support employers and people professionals in their response.

The webpage includes information on 

• news and updates
• people, policy and legal considerations
• flexible and homeworking
• business support and planning
• travel guidance
• medical guidance

CIPD will also be running a series of we...