This 2019 briefing paper from the Pew Charitable Trusts describes challenges rural communities face in providing access to evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) and substance use disorder (SUD). The report provides a brief overview of strategies federal, state, and local governments can adopt to expand access to treatment.
Funding Source: Pew Charitable Trusts
Opioid Use Disorder: Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Communities
An overview of strategies to improve access to treatment for opioid use disorder in rural communities