September Telehealth/Suicide Prevention Resources

A few important dates to remember:

All of September - National Recovery Month, Suicide Prevention Month 

September 10th - The start of National Suicide Prevention Week 

September 17th - The start of Telehealth Awareness Week 

Below are the most updated events and resources from the American Telehealth Association and the Conversations on Health Care Radio Show:

U.S. SUICIDE RATES AT ALL-TIME HIGH:

American Psychiatric Association President Responds

Federal provisional data shows more people died from suicide in the United States last year than any other year on record. American Psychiatric Association President Dr. Petros Levounis is at the center of efforts to prevent suicides, with substance use addictions a key part of his focus. He and the 38,000 APA members have launched a campaign called “Confronting Addiction: From Prevention to Recovery.”

Dr. Levounis discusses vaping, opioids, alcohol and the rapidly growing addiction to tech.

Hosts Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter also asked him about the need to hold health plans accountable to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act.

Watch HERE

DEA Appears Ready to Allow Some Providers Expanded Telehealth Prescribing Rights

Source: McKnight's Long-Term Care News

The US Drug Enforcement Agency will consider relaxing its rules on prescribing controlled substances via telehealth appointments, a move that could ease concerns of long-term care providers administering certain medications common for pain relief and end-of-life.

The agency posted notice on its website Friday that it is willing to consider a special registration process for certain controlled medications that would allow telemedicine prescribing without an in-person medical evaluation.

Read more HERE 

TELEHEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 2023Highlighting the Value of Virtual Care

During the week of Sept. 17 to Sept. 23, the ATA (American Telehealth Association) invites you to Discover how virtual care is reshaping the healthcare landscape, offering unparalleled accessibility for both patients and healthcare providers.

TAW Highlights:

• Groundbreaking resources and events dedicated to promoting telehealth education

• An opportunity for all stakeholders to discuss critical themes in hybrid and digital health

Key Insights:

• Backed by preeminent sponsors, including Best Buy Health, Kismet, Medallion, UPMC Health Plan, and Wolters Kluwer

• Comprises 20 public webinars by Special Interest Groups & Councils, touching on areas like telemental health, remote patient monitoring, health disparities and much more.

• Supported by 30+ partners from across industry and community sectors.

Grab this chance to:

• Gain knowledge from and access to virtual care pioneers

• Support the ATA's mission to ensure uninterrupted virtual care access.

• Immerse yourself in the burgeoning ATA community.

Show Your Support!

Download the TAW social media kit and amplify the message!

 Read More HERE

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