Looking for fresh strategies to reduce opioid harm in your hospital? Join WSHA’s second annual Opioid Harm Prevention Symposium. At this event, Hospital Innovations in Opioid Harm Prevention: A Virtual Conference for Healthcare Leaders, Clinicians & Community Partners, we’ll showcase how hospitals can lead the charge in opioid harm prevention.
The symposium is tailored for hospital executives, clinical, quality and patient safety leaders and pharmacists committed to advancing safety and equity in care. Attendees will gain actionable strategies, hear success stories from peers, and explore innovative models for safer care.
The opioid crisis continues to be one of the most pressing public health emergencies in the United States. Hospitals are on the front lines and play a critical role in both emergency response, overdose treatment and engaging community resources to support patient-centered long-term recovery support.
Despite recent progress, the epidemic remains a public health emergency, with over 54,000 opioid-related deaths reported in 2024 alone. While this marks a 34% decrease from the previous year, opioids still account for more than 75% of all overdose fatalities, and nearly nine million Americans continue to misuse these substances annually.
Key Topics Include:
- Statewide Strategy Alignment
- Hospital-Community Collaboration
- Board-Level Leadership in Opioid Safety
- Provider-Led Harm Reduction
- Advancing MOUD in Hospitals
- Naloxone as Standard of Care
- Peer-Driven Community Models
Let’s come together to build stronger, safer communities. Register today and be part of the change.