(a) what population is affected, (b) at what level does it occur (local, state, or national), and (c) evidence about the issues supported by resources.

This policy health topic will focus on the opioid crisis. In the United States, opioid addiction and overdose are major health problems. National Institute on Drug Abuse, NIDA reports over 47,000 deaths from opioid overdoses and 1.7 million opioid-use disorders in 2018. The policy issue is a health concern that affects people of all ages and backgrounds, including gender, race, and socioeconomic status.

It is important to note that the opioid crisis affects all of the country. Over the last two decades, opioid addiction and overdoses have increased. This has led to a serious public health issue. Not only do opioids affect the individual, but their families, local communities and even the health care system. Treatment of overdoses and opioid addiction is expensive and places an enormous burden on society and the healthcare system.

Many resources are available to support the opioid crisis, including government reports and research papers. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified opioid addiction as a major public health issue and issued guidelines for the prescription of opioids for chronic conditions. The CDC provides statistics on overdoses and opioid prescriptions in the United States.

NIDA is a research institute that studies the effects and causes of overdoses and opioid addiction. NIDA collaborates with policy makers and healthcare providers to create effective interventions and policies.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or SAMHSA, provides funds and resources to support substance abuse treatment and prevention programs. SAMHSA’s comprehensive strategy to combat the opioid crisis includes treatment, prevention and support for recovery.

To combat the opioid epidemic, both state and federal governments have implemented various policies and programs. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act, also known as CARA, was passed in 2016, and provides funds for treatment and prevention services, and support to those recovering from addiction. Signed into law in 2016, the 21st Century Cures Act also contains provisions to tackle the opioid epidemic. These include funding for research, treatment, and prevention programs.

Conclusion: The opioid crisis is a public health problem that impacts individuals, families and communities. It also affects the healthcare system. It is a fact that the opioid crisis occurs on a national scale, and there are many resources to back it up, such as government reports and research papers. Federal government officials, community groups, and healthcare providers are all working to combat the opioid crisis through treatment and prevention services. To address the public health crisis, effective policies and interventions will be needed. This will reduce the burden placed on families and individuals.