Fentanyl Facts
Fentanyl is an addictive, powerful synthetic opioid used to treat severe pain and is also increasingly found in the illicit drug market in recent years. Even small amounts of fentanyl can be deadly and illegally made fentanyl (IMF) is linked to most recent cases of fentanyl-related overdose. IMF is often added to drugs like heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, or made into fake prescription pills. Many people are not aware that their drugs are laced with fentanyl.
Pregnancy and Fentanyl
Fentanyl is an addictive, powerful synthetic opioid used to treat severe pain and is also increasingly found in the illicit drug market in recent years. Even small amounts of fentanyl can be deadly and illegally made fentanyl (IMF) is linked to most recent cases of fentanyl-related overdose. IMF is often added to drugs like heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, or made into fake prescription pills. Many people are not aware that their drugs are laced with fentanyl.
Walk & Talk: Women and Alcohol
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk from the waiting room to the exam room is an opportunity for medical assistants to disseminate important reminders about alcohol use.
Walk & Talk: Opioids and Naloxone
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk from the waiting room to the exam room is an opportunity for medical assistants to disseminate important reminders about substance use.
Words Matter Posters
Misconceptions, fear and stigma about substance use issues can prevent people from seeking needed treatment or support.
What You Should Know About Delta 8
DPCPs provide high like THC in cannabis, but they’re made using chemicals, not naturally grown. Examples of DPCPs include products like Delta-8 THC, Delta-10 THC,
Walk & Talk: Cannabis
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
Continued Collaboration between the AAMA & CASAT
CDC recently awarded new funding that will allow for the continued collaboration between the AAMA and UNR through 2026. This new collaboration, known as the
Walk & Talk: Alcohol and Suicide
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
Walk & Talk: Things To Avoid During Pregnancy
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
Compassion Fatigue/Self Care
Compassion fatigue and burnout are increasingly common among healthcare professionals since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. One way to counter compassion fatigue is with
Alcohol and the Immune System: Another COVID-19 Risk Factor
Studies show an increase in alcohol purchasing and consumption since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation, state laws relaxing alcohol purchase, and inability to
Poster: Communication Tips For Medical Assistants
When it comes to communication strategies, there are clear winners and losers in terms of impacts on patient health, especially when talking about stigmatized behaviors,
Walk & Talk: Summer Safety
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
Walk & Talk: Healthy Pregnancies
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
Zoom Background: FASD Virtual Backgrounds
Many of us are now frequently using videoconferencing platforms to attend meetings and provide telehealth. Using a virtual background during these sessions is a way
Walk & Talk: Alcohol Awareness Month
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
Script and Postcard: Walk & Talk Healthy Over the Holidays
The Walk & Talk products are a way for medical assistants to maximize the limited time they have with patients during appointments. The brief walk
FASD Toolkit: Enhancing the Role of Medical Assistants
A Toolkit to Increase the Capacity of Primary Care Practices to Reduce Risky Alcohol Use and Promote Alcohol-Free Pregnancies Alcohol misuse is a public health
Infographic: How Much is Too Much?
Drinking too much includes: Women 8 or more drinks a week4 or more drinks within 2-3 hours Men15 or more drinks a week5 or more
Poster: Words Matter!
Using thoughtful language can improve communication with patients, especially those who are pregnant or may be pregnant. Say This Person with an alcohol use disorder
Toolkit: Planning and Implementing Screening and Brief Intervention for Risky Alcohol Use
Planning and Implementing Screening and Brief Intervention for Risky Alcohol Use: A Step-by-Step Guide for Primary Care Practices This guide is designed to help an
FASD Prevention Communication Skills Training
Medical assistants play key roles in promoting behavioral health Medical assistants play an important role in promoting behavioral health among patients. As part of a
CDC FASD Trainings
Check out many FASD trainings and resources at the CDC website. Instructions for enrollment View training opportunities and enroll
aSBI Course Materials
Video: Using Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention to Address Patients’ Risky Drinking ft. Dr. Alicia Kowalchuk. Download Alcohol SBI Client Education Brochure Download Health and
Introduction to FASDs: The Medical Assistant’s Role
Download Slides (1 Hour Training) Download Slides (2 Hour Training) Download Training Flyer AcknowledgmentsThe Introduction to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: The Medical
Toolkit: FASD Competency-Based Curriculum Guide
Systematic efforts to educate healthcare and allied health professionals contribute toward the goals of better alcohol screening and intervention for women at risk for an