Identifying an Advocate for ODMAP Participation

Identifying a champion or strategy to advocate for Overdose Detection Mapping Application (ODMAP) utilization among stakeholders can be valuable for strengthening partner relationships and boosting participation. This approach was exemplified by the strategies implemented by the Colorado and Minnesota Overdose Response Strategy (ORS) teams. To address the challenge of ensuring widespread participation in ODMAP among […]

Youth Prevention Tiktok Video Goes Viral

In 2020, Minnesotans ages 15-24 experienced a 26 percent increase in drug overdose deaths and those ages 25-34 experienced a 57 percent increase. Consequently, the Minnesota Department of Health identified a need to reach youth and young adults, warning them of the dangers of counterfeit pills and connecting them to harm reduction and treatment resources. […]