In the Words of PAs

Allied Against Opioid Abuse – Preventing Opioid Abuse and Misuse Within the Hispanic Community

A recent report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) called the opioid crisis among Hispanic/Latino* populations an “urgent issue,” and described the unique challenges faced by […]

November 1, 2021

Allied Against Opioid Abuse – Educating Older Adults and Their Caregivers About Prescription Opioids

During my nearly 30 years serving as a PA, I’ve found that older adults face unique challenges when it comes to pain management. For example, many older adults experience multiple […]

November 1, 2021

Allied Against Opioid Abuse – Safely Treating Orthopedic Injuries and Managing Pain for Student Athletes

Every year, approximately 8 million students participate in high school athletics. With students across the country back to class — either virtually or in person — many families are also […]

November 1, 2021