Dr. Angela Huskey's Battle Against the Opioid Crisis: Insights from the Emerging Threat Intelligence Program
We're all concerned about the trends we're seeing in drug overdoses, pandemic or not, right, and the monumental impact that the pandemic has had has made that even particularly worse for patients with substance use disorders.
Ever wondered how data can save lives? In this episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast, host Zachary Crouch sits down with Dr. Angela Huskey, the Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Millennium Health. Dr. Huskey's groundbreaking work with the Emerging Threat Intelligence Program is a game-changer in the fight against drug overdoses in the US.
Her research, which has been featured in JAMA and utilized by the US Department of Health and Human Services, focuses on using data analysis to identify emerging drug trends and provide real-time alerts to key players like regulatory and law enforcement agencies. As the pandemic has drastically altered substance abuse patterns, the program has been pivotal in tracking the rise of fentanyl-related deaths. Dr.
Huskey underscores the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders and stresses the need for accessible, high-quality clinical treatment for those grappling with substance use disorders. She also brings a message of hope for anyone seeking support in their recovery journey. Tune in to discover how innovative data solutions are making a real difference in combating the opioid epidemic.