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Leading the Fight Against the Opioid Epidemic at National Summit

Apr 5, 2018, 8:56 AM

At the 2018 National Rx Drug Abuse and Heroin Summit physicians, researchers and leaders from UK and UK HealthCare joined experts from across the nation to discuss how they are combating the opioid epidemic in the Commonwealth.

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Fighting the Scourge of Opioid Abuse, Fostering a Healthier Future for Kentucky

Apr 3, 2018, 9:37 AM

This week, University of Kentucky physicians, researchers and leaders working to find solutions in the fight against prescription drug abuse are in Atlanta for the 2018 National Rx Drug Abuse and Heroin Summit.

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Behind the Blue: Addressing the Opioid Epidemic with Dr. Laura Fanucchi

Apr 2, 2018, 11:00 AM

Dr. Laura Fanucchi works with patients who have substance use disorders to help them on their path to recovery.

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Center for Excellence in Rural Health Releases Appalachian Research Day Agenda

Mar 30, 2018, 11:05 AM

UK Center of Excellence in Rural Health has released the full agenda for the fourth annual Appalachian Research Day, "Come Sit on the Porch." The event shares results of health research conducted with communities in Appalachia and will be held Wednesday, April 18 at the First Federal Center in Hazard.

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UK Professor Helps Develop Guidelines for Treating Opioid Use Disorder

Mar 7, 2018, 9:47 AM

Dr. Michelle Lofwall continued her involvement in the fight against the opioid epidemic by serving on a panel of experts developing guidelines for the use of FDA-approved medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder.

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Taking the Opioid Fight to the Courts: Kentucky Expert Weighs In

Feb 23, 2018, 8:32 AM

Is litigation a powerful tool in the fight against the opioid epidemic? And does bad behavior equal liability? UK College of Law Professor and product liability expert Richard Ausness weighs in on the issue.

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State-Academic Partnership Helps Kentuckians “Find Help Now” for Addiction

Feb 5, 2018, 8:58 AM

A new website will provide a vital link for Kentucky health care providers, court officials, families and individuals seeking options for substance abuse treatment and recovery. “Find Help Now KY” will deliver real-time information about available space in substance use disorder treatment program, and guide users to the right type of treatment for their needs.

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Exploring the Psychology of Drug Addiction with William Stoops

Feb 1, 2018, 8:44 AM

Hear how William Stoops chose drug abuse research, why mentoring is one of his favorite parts of his job, and why he sees the chance to do NIH-funded research as a privilege.

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William Stoops Explores the Psychology of Drug Addiction

Jan 29, 2018, 9:02 AM

In a new $2.9 million NIDA-funded project, William Stoops will compare the health effects of reduced cocaine use with abstinence.

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UK Researchers, Clinicians Tackling Drug Addiction Make Their Case to Federal Leaders

Dec 19, 2017, 8:40 AM

With UK researchers on the forefront of fighting the opioid crisis, their message to members of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate emphasized the need for continued federal funding of research addressing drug addiction and abuse.

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