Tuesday, May 26, 2020

How one hard-hit state is rallying to support those with addiction amidst COVID-19

By COURTNEY HUNTER and EDWARD CARLSON | Shatterproof


No area has been spared in the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the most vulnerable populations is those with addiction. But if we’ve seen anything, it’s that states and addiction treatment providers have been incredibly resourceful in continuing to serve their communities while still taking appropriate measures to protect against the spread of the virus. One state that has been particularly hard-hit by the virus, Louisiana, rapidly jumped into problem-solving mode to ensure vital services continue to be provided to those with addiction.


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