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This web page features a compilation of resources that explore individual and community health disparities and tools for improving healthcare access for affected populations. It includes background information regarding systemic racism and health inequities and provides resources that offer best practices for providing accessible and competent care.
View ResourceThis web page explores behavioral health equity and its importance in reducing health disparities and promoting the provision of high-quality healthcare services for all. It features several populations of focus, including American Indians/Alaska Natives, Blacks/African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, and more, to emphasize the need for equitable and accessible health care.
View ResourceThis web page offers information on the risks of substance use or misuse after a disaster or other emergency. It also gives an overview of short- and long-term risks of substance misuse. It offers tips for how to manage alcohol or drug use and signs that your substance use may have become a problem.
View ResourceThis policy brief was created in response to the increase in substance misuse during the COVID-19 pandemic. The brief provides recommendations to state and federal partners on preparation and response to disasters with consideration for substance misuse.
View ResourceThis online resource locator lists physicians who have attained authorization to treat individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) with buprenorphine (a semi-synthetic opioid used to treat narcotics use disorders). Site visitors can search for physicians authorized to provide OUD treatment with buprenorphine by city, state, or ZIP code.
View ResourceThis website provides information on Seeking Safety therapy, an evidence-based treatment that helps people with trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance misuse. It provides information on Seeking Safety trainings and articles on Seeking Safety, trauma, and substance misuse. The book and training on Seeking Safety cost money.
View ResourceThis handout provides information that disaster survivors can use to avoid misuse of alcohol, prescription medications, and other drugs after a disaster. It also provides tips for survivors in recovery to avoid relapse after a disaster.
View ResourceThis guide offers a comprehensive analysis of the impacts of climate change on human well-being by presenting findings on the effects of climate crises and disasters on mental, physical, and community health. Based on these findings, the guide includes recommendations for engaging the public on climate change topics and ensuring community resilience.
View ResourceThis report describes a study to identify promising practices for rural mental health and substance use-related programs across the United States. The report explains the importance of promising practices, defines and describes promising practices, and presents in Appendix C the programs included in the study.
View ResourceThis document reports on the findings of a project to understand issues in mental and substance use disorder services in rural areas. It covers barriers to mental health and substance use disorder service delivery, model programs and policy strategies, and the roles of telehealth and state and local organizations in service delivery in rural communities.
View ResourceThis web page provides information on prevention and treatment of substance misuse during and immediately after a disaster. It explains ways to prevent substance misuse and provides treatment information.
View ResourceThis center aims to improve behavioral health services and opportunities for Hispanic and Latino populations. The center pursues public health education efforts and collaborates with partner organizations to encourage discussion around advancing patient advocacy for Hispanic patients receiving physical and mental healthcare services.
View ResourceThis organization offers 24/7 call, text, and chat options for Hawaiian individuals seeking help with crisis, mental health, and substance use. The website also features resources for those struggling with substance use recovery, suicidal ideation, and mental health issues.
View ResourceThis program aims to empower Hawaiian youth by providing mental healthcare information and referral services for teens in Hawaii. It provides opportunities, including events, videos, and resources, for teens to learn more about their social and emotional well-being and become involved in campaigns regarding substance misuse, suicide and depression, COVID-19, and more.
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