Behavioral Health Business March 12, 2024
Robert Holly

The Biden-Harris administration on March 6 unveiled plans to allocate close to $50 million towards bolstering opioid treatment and recovery services in rural areas across the United States.

The announcement is in line with the White House’s mission of tackling the ongoing opioid crisis, which has disproportionately affected rural communities in recent years.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the initiative aims to expand access to critical resources and support networks for individuals struggling with opioid addiction in remote regions.

“This initiative reflects our unwavering commitment to improve the health and wellbeing of all Americans,” HHS Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm said in an announcement. “The Biden-Harris administration is committed to ensuring that people have access...

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