MOSHI
Mobile Opioid Solutions for Healthcare Integration
what are we up to
Key Initiatives
Mobile Solutions for Rural Communities
Mobile units such as converted vans or buses are uniquely designed to provide services to hard-to-reach populations.
Evidenced-Based Treatment OUD
To help with recovery, we connect patients to other services such as housing/shelter, food, employment resources, counseling, mental health care, primary care, legal identification, and more.
Target Mobile Unit Populations
Lack of transportation, geographic isolation, residence in underserved areas, and difficulty leaving work, school, or home can benefit from mobile OUD solutions.
FDA Approved Medication for OUD (MOUD)
MOUD has shown to significantly improve physical and mental health, help relationships, reunite families, lower rates of criminal activity, and increase the likelihood of employment and stable housing.
U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths are a Critical Concern
A Growing Problem
Top 10 Causes
In 2022, U.S. overdose deaths reached the top 10 leading causes of death, surpassing diabetes, kidney disease, and liver disease.
Total Deaths
Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have risen from under 20,000 deaths in 2000 to over 100,000 deaths in 2022.
Overdose Death Rates
From 2019 to 2020, the drug overdose death rate increased 31.0% from 21.6 to 28.3, which was the largest annual increase over the period 2002–2022
Barriers to Healthcare Access in Rural Communities
Workforce shortages, limited healthcare facilities, distance and transportation issues, health literacy, and some social/cultural factors in rural areas act as barriers to care.
It's Easy Naloxone Training
In this training video, clinical pharmacist Alice Knotts provides a clear and practical guide to using naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray to respond to opioid overdoses. You will learn what naloxone is, how it works to reverse the effects of opioid toxicity, and when it should be administered in an emergency. The video covers key signs of an opioid overdose, such as pinpoint pupils, unconsciousness, and irregular or absent breathing, and walks viewers through the simple step-by-step process of administering naloxone. You will also go over the importance of calling 911 and staying with the individual until help arrives, while also explaining the legal protections offered under Good Samaritan laws. The training is designed for anyone, from healthcare professionals to concerned community members, providing the tools needed to act quickly and confidently in a life-saving situation.
What can you do?
Help us expand access to care for people who have Opioid Use Disorder in rural communities.
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Grant Disclosure:
This presentation is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $3,000,000 with 100% percentage funded by HRSA/HHS and $0 amount and 0% percentage funded by non-government sources. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government