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Testing Drugs for Harmful Additives

Governor Hochul announced $2.9 million to support community prevention/intervention and drug test strips availability.

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Supporting NY's Addiction Prevention Services

Governor Hochul announced the award of more than $2.9M for 10 providers to fund prevention services for high-need populations in underserved communities across the state.

The Ways That Stigma Hurts People Who Use Substances and How to ...

April 18, 2023 | 11 AM EDT

OASAS' Patricia Lincourt and Kelly S. Ramsey share the ways stigma harms people who use drugs & what anti-stigma work looks like.

Highlighting Opioid Treatment Services

April 25, 2023 | 10 AM EDT

The new “Routine for Recovery” public awareness video highlights the work of opioid treatment providers through client stories.

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Commissioner Chinazo Cunningham cuts the ribbon to open a new integrated treatment program in Elmira

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New Comprehensive Integrated Outpatient and OTP Program in Elmira

November 14, 2022

2:54 PM EST

OASAS announced the opening of a new integrated outpatient and opioid treatment program in Elmira operated by CASA-Trinity.

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New Withdrawal/Stabilization Program Opens in Rochester

November 10, 2022

10:17 AM EST

OASAS announced the opening of the new Gregory E. Polisseni Living Hope Treatment Center in Rochester, operated by Villa of Hope.

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BHSAC to Meet on December 7

November 3, 2022

1:24 PM EDT

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More than $1.3M to Enhance Prevention Services for Older NYers

October 21, 2022

11:52 AM EDT

The award of more than $1.3 million in funding will support the expansion of addiction prevention efforts for older adults.

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NYS OASAS Launches Statewide Addiction Awareness Campaign Amidst ...

October 20, 2022

10:13 AM EDT

Our new awareness campaign helps direct the public to critical addiction resources and help reduce overdose rates & save lives.

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NYS OASAS Announces Next Meeting of Opioid Settlement Fund Adviso...

October 11, 2022

9:12 AM EDT

The New York State Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Board will meet in Albany on October 14, 2022.

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Media Advisory: NYS OASAS Announces Meeting of Opioid Settlement ...

September 15, 2022

11:12 AM EDT

The New York State Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Board will meet on September 20, 2022 in Albany.

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$10.25 Million to Expand Addiction Services for Underserved NYers

Governor Hochul announced $10.25 million in federal funding to bolster harm reduction services for marginalized and high-risk populations throughout NY.