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Join Raven Manchester, Outreach Coordinator at MATTERS, for our upcoming Virtual Coffee Hour, a space to connect, collaborate, and explore how we can better serve our communities across different regions. Register using the link in our bio or mattersnetwork.org/collaborative-….

Protect yourself and your community from needlestick injuries. Place used needles in a hard plastic sharps container and, once full, take them to a local health facility for safe disposal. Find a sharps disposal site near you: safeneedledisposal.org

Language should never be a barrier to care. MATTERS is proud to partner with Voyce to ensure individuals with opioid use disorder have access to language support during their telemedicine appointments. Visit mattersnetwork.org/treatment/ to connect to virtual care.

Harm reduction vending machines are available across New York State, offering free, life-saving supplies. New locations include Ramon Velez Health Center in the Bronx (managed by Acacia Network) and Trillium Health in Rochester, with more coming soon.

We're proud to share that our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joshua Lynch, is featured in a recent Newsweek article, "Can Tackling Addictions Reduce Medicaid Costs?" Read more: mattersnetwork.org/news/

Xylazine is showing up in street drugs and increasing overdose risk. Learn what it is, how it affects the body, and steps you can take to stay safer. Free test strips are available at mattersnetwork.org/supplies/.

Congratulations! We are very fortunate to have Shelby and Mia on the MATTERS team!! Jacobs School at University at Buffalo

The harm reduction movement was deeply shaped by members of the LGBTQIA+ community advocating for community-driven care. Michael Callen and Bobbi Campbell were two of the most visible activists during the 1980s who fought for treatment, dignity, justice, and visibility.

Today we recognize World Drug Day, a global call to action to address the impact of drug use on individuals, families, and communities. This day serves as a reminder that prevention begins with investment in education and access to healthcare.

Individuals and organizations across New York State can access FREE naloxone on our website: mattersnetwork.org/naloxone

Emergencies can happen anywhere and being ready makes all the difference. Equip your space with life-saving naloxone wall boxes at no cost. Learn more and request yours at mattersnetwork.org/naloxone.

Whether you're on the frontlines or behind the scenes, your organization can play a vital role in supporting individuals with opioid use disorder. Become a partner and help expand access to treatment across communities. Learn more: mattersnetwork.org

Inaccurate information can have real consequences. It's important to separate fact from fiction by relying on credible sources, not viral headlines. To learn more, read our article on fentanyl and cannabis: mattersnetwork.org/fentanyl-in-ca…

Just a reminder that our live webinars are still happening every Tuesday and Thursday! 📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays ⏰ 10:00 am ⏰ 2:00 pm Register now at mattersnetwork.org/webinars/ or call 765-628-8377.

The MATTERS team has been on the move connecting with communities and partners to expand access to resources for substance use disorder. From local outreach to national events, we're proud to be a part of important conversations and community efforts.

Treatment for pregnant and postpartum individuals with substance use disorder is not just safe, it's essential. With the right care, outcomes improve for both parent and baby. Learn the facts. Break the stigma. Read more at mattersnetwork.org/pregnancy-and-….

Mixing medetomidine with opioids can be deadly. This powerful sedative is showing up more often and putting lives at serious risk. We care about your safety. Learn about what's out there to stay safe at mattersnetwork.org/medetomidine/.

Did you know there’s a harm reduction vending machine in Dunkirk, New York? Located at and managed by Safe Point Lighthouse, it provides free naloxone (Narcan), fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips to support safer substance use.

Overdose prevention starts with knowledge. Fentanyl was involved in over 90% of all overdose deaths in 2022. Learn how one simple tool can save lives. We're grateful to NYS OASAS for helping expand access to harm reduction tools.

Referrals are now live in Allegheny County, PA! Connect individuals with opioid use disorder to outpatient care, support, and resources. To learn more about the MATTERS platform, download our app or visit mattersnetwork.org/referral-platf….