Governor Walker Issues Disaster Declaration on Opioid Epidemic

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Governor Walker Issues Disaster Declaration on Opioid Epidemic

JUNEAU—On Wednesday, Governor Bill Walker has declared a public health crisis in order to combat the state’s opioid epidemic. The disaster declaration establishes a statewide Overdose Response Program under Alaska’s Chief Medical Officer and enables wide distribution of the life-saving drug, naloxone. “This disaster declaration is an important first step in addressing our public health […]

Alaska Agencies Convene Alaska Opioid Task Force to Address Heroin Epidemic

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Alaska Agencies Convene Alaska Opioid Task Force to Address Heroin Epidemic

In response to Alaska’s heroin epidemic and communities’ call for action heard across the state, the Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, and Alaska Department of Health and Social Services are convening the Alaska Opioid Policy Task Force. This task force of Alaskan experts will work collaboratively with stakeholders […]

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