Opioid Use Disorder and Treatment

Understanding that Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a condition caused by a problematic pattern of opioid use that leads to a significant impairment or distress over a period of time for an individual.

AHCCCS Recommended Medication-Assisted (MAT) Treatment

Arizona now has four 24/7 Access Point locations providing opioid treatment services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve individuals seeking treatment. Medication assisted treatment is offered in various settings in the community.

Understanding Stigma

Substance use disorders (SUDs) are some of the cost stigmatized medical conditions, even though people increasingly understand that SUD is a complex disease that can be difficult to treat and may require ongoing medical care.

Opioids: Facts to Know

Factsheet on opioids, their impact on the body, their side effects and how they can impair, and what that means for treatment and recovery.