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Additional Resources

1. https://injuryfreenc.shinyapps.io/OpioidActionPlan/
2. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/opioid-epidemic
3. http://www.naloxonesaves.org/
4. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/north-carolina-safer-syringe-initiative
5. PreventRxAbuse.org
6. https://www.gahec.org/uploads/Controlled-Sub-Workbook.pdf
7. https://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment