Coordination between HIV and behavioral health/substance use service providers and Medicaid agencies has great potential to enhance systems of care and create financing opportunities, but sometimes establishing an effective and efficient process can be challenging.
This webinar provided participants an opportunity to learn about and discuss promising practices for supporting individuals with HIV and opioid use disorder upon release from the correctional system.
During the webinar, three organizations shared systems-level requirements, implementation experiences, lessons learned, and adaptation considerations for their models.
Syringe services programs (SSPs) have long been recognized for their critical role in providing a range of services to people who use drugs. CDC recommends that SSPs be considered essential public health infrastructure during the COVID-19 pandemic.