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More Funding for Harm Reduction Programs in Rural Maine

In one of the most rural corners of America, Washington County, Maine, a non-profit helps promote harm reduction programs for drug users. ....

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Maine officials cautiously optimistic over latest drug overdose data

Overdose deaths are down about 6 percent for the first six months of 2023, compared with the same period last year. ....

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Federally funded harm reduction program will expand lifesaving services in rural communities

A $1.2 million grant from SAHMSA will fund the collaboration between MaineHealth and partner organizations. ....

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MaineHealth awarded $1.2 million federal grant for statewide overdose prevention

MaineHealth has received a $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for a statewide overdose and infection prevention program focused on harm. ....

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MaineHealth gets $1.2M grant for statewide overdose prevention

The program will dispense fentanyl test strips and wound care kits, as well as naloxone to rapidly reverse opioid overdose. ....

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