Webinar Series: Consequences for Young People Who Inject Drugs

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Do you work with young people in Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, or Wyoming who may be at risk for developing viral hepatitis? Join the Region VIII three-part webinar series, Consequences for Young People Who Inject Drugs (PWID): Viral Hepatitis on the Rise.

Register for the complete series today. You can help reduce hepatitis C associated with drug-use behaviors in your region.

Part I: Awareness
Wednesday, May 20, 10:30–11:45 a.m. MT

  • Register today to learn about the regional toolkit and call to action, regional data health assessment, and the population-specific needs.

 

Part 2: Prevention
Wednesday, June 17, 10:30–11:45 a.m. MT

  • Register today to discuss syringe exchange access, naloxone and overdose measures, and behavioral health treatment.

Part 3: Treatment
Wednesday, July 22, 10:30–11:45 a.m. MT

  • Register today to learn about the Project ECHO model, State Opioid Treatment Authority, and access to treatment options.