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Safe Prescribing

Safe Prescriber education addresses the opioid epidemic by training prescribers to respond before opioids are prescribed.

Training & Events

Prescribers Discussion Series

Deprescribing is Good Prescribing. Just as safe prescribing is an integral and effective strategy to prevent opioid use disorder, safe deprescribing is also key.

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Medical Prescribing Toolkit

Best practices for prescribing opioids and tips for communicating about opioid risks.

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CURES 2.0

Learn about the CURES prescription monitoring database and how to register.

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Dental Prescribing Toolkit

Tools to help communicate with patients about opioid risks.

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Opioid & Naloxone FAQ

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Talking to Your Doctor

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Fentanyl & Counterfeit Pills

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Interview with the Ventura County Medical Examiner

Our talk with Christopher Young, MD.

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Interview with the Ventura County Medical Examiner

Our talk with Christopher Young, MD.

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