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A PublicSource investigation ([link removed]) published at the end of May found that the expansion of the Allegheny County Jail's program for distributing Suboxone to those with opioid use disorder — as set forth by an agreement with the Department of Justice — was off to a rough start.
Still, some incarcerated people saw benefits from the expanded program. Challenges can arise for some when they are released from jail and the continuity of care is broken ([link removed]) , which can lead to overdose or relapse.
The county’s agreement with the Justice Department doesn’t require it to facilitate continuity of care, but it’s taken some steps to do so. Health advocates say more should be done.
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** With Suboxone more available in Allegheny County Jail, post-release care becomes even more crucial ([link removed])
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All too often, people released from the Allegheny County Jail have fallen victim to drug overdoses. Advocates hope post-release continuity of care can save lives.
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