Reducing the harm caused by chemical dependency in our families, communities & state.
Saint Paul, MN
Joined May 2022
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Addiction shouldn’t be a death sentence. We have the tools to help people. #harmreductionsaveslives
Harm reduction doesn't eliminate harm, it reduces it.
Here is a simple understanding
Designated drivers are making sure people arrive home safely after a night out of partying with alcohol /drugs is HARM REDUCTION‼️
Harm reduction doesn't encourage drug use, it simply understands that people are going to do them whether we like it or not and it's important to reduce those harms just like we would for anything else! #Harmreduction #wedorecover #Allthetools
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Addiction is a complicated medical diagnosis to treat. While there's more to learn about MAT, it still remains one of the most effective, evidence based treatment options and should be made available to those who could benefit from it.
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As we say goodbye to the '24 legislative session we're grateful that HF 5247 will provide Minnesotans with access to services during/after incarceration and overall fewer barriers to receiving life saving services. Time to celebrate the wins and prepare for next year! Stay tuned.
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CORI is always hopeful and anxious to see the impact that additional funding for MN can have. #opioidepidemic #barrierfreeservice
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#representationmatters and fosters connections that aid recovery.
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DHS has added Tobacco Use Disorder as a primary diagnosis for SUD treatment services, recognizing the impact that tobacco use has on physical and mental health. #substanceusedisorders
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"The opioid epidemic, fueled by a surge in fentanyl use, has shattered thousands of families across Minnesota. It has hit hardest among the state's people of color, who die at disproportionately high rates when compared with white Minnesotans."
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Exciting steps are being taken in MN to increase access to #addictiontreatment and #harmreduction services
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Check out our most recent newsletter!
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Exciting progress is being made on a bill to include providing MAT in jail in MN! View more on CORI's website.'
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The effects of #fentanyl have been far reaching and it's well past time to implement protection and #harmreduction strategies.
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January is over and Dry January is no substitution for treatment for those who need it, but it doesn't have to end when February starts and it does offer a chance to build healthy habits and the NYT is here to help sustain them. #DryJanuary #HealthyHabits
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It's almost like addiction is a disease - oh wait... 🤔#harmreduction #medicationassistedtreatment #MAT #addictionisadisease #treatmentreform
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Probation revocations aren't as simple as participation refusal. RCC and the Robina Institute partnered to find out why it's happening and provide insight on a path forward to support individuals struggling to maintain contact. Read more: #probation
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Education, research, and evidence matter. Increasing access to MAT ≠ more overdoses. It does, however, equal more lives saved and better treatment outcomes. #medicationassistedtreatment #evidencebasedtreatment #recovery #harmreduction
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Safe recovery sites are coming to MN. Sign up for CORI's e-mail list and follow us for updates as MN makes progress on adding safe recovery sites to our #harmreduction toolbox.
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While MN was not a state that received planning grants to increase Medicaid capacity to include MAT, the SUPPORT Act is still a vital piece of legislation critical to saving lives. #supportact #addictiontreatment #evidencebased
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Get involved! Attend SUD System Reform Demonstration annual public comment forum - Jan 25 - comment, learn, and engage re: progress of MN's 1115 SUD System Reform Demonstration. Event info in link. #treatmentreform #systemreform
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A long read, but a good read and in line with what CORI has and will continue to push for: treating addiction like the health issue that it is, incorporating evidence based practices into treatment plans, and addressing funding and service gaps.
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We can't protect our children by denying the threats that exist. #overdoseawareness #harmreduction #protectourkids #fentanylawareness
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