There have been national policy changes related to the use of cannabis for medical purposes, yet there are many questions from the public and healthcare providers about medical use. The FDA has approved specific cannabis-derived and cannabis-related therapeutics for treating certain medical conditions, but it has not approved cannabis itself for treating any health conditions. This webinar examines the scientific evidence on cannabis and health, while separating evidence-base

Addiction Policy Forum’s Fall Anti-Stigma Institute was held in Washington, DC, on September 29–30, 2025. Over two powerful days, this training brought together a dedicated group of changemakers—spanning healthcare, public policy, advocacy, criminal justice, peer support, and families—who immersed themselves in the science, strategies, and stories behind ending the stigma around substance use disorders. Highlights & Impact Evidence-based training & certification- Attendees en

Cannabis use in the United States has increased significantly in recent years, alongside rapidly evolving state policies that permit medical or recreational use. These shifts raise important questions about public health, including the impact on mental health and substance use disorder risk, adolescent brain development, and the potential harms associated with regular or high-potency use. Variations in state laws create a complex landscape that can influence access, perceptio

Law enforcement officers and prosecutors serve on the front lines of public safety and often operate in high-pressure and high-risk environments. On a regular basis, police officers are called to scenes involving emotionally charged incidents and life-threatening situations. Similarly, prosecutors are exposed to graphic evidence and high caseloads and are charged with life-altering decision-making. Sustained exposure to trauma, extreme stress, and high workloads in the course

Let's Get Real, Inc. will host an in-person Responding to Addiction training on Thursday, August 14th, 2025, from 4 to 6 PM EDT in Oberlin, Ohio. This training is open to adults who are interested in learning about the science of addiction, its signs and symptoms, evidence-based treatment options, medications to treat addiction, and engagement strategies. Please call Deltrin at (440) 902-0111 with any questions.

This webinar focused on evaluating and sustaining public health communications campaigns. Presenters discussed evaluation approaches for...

The Addiction Policy Forum, in partnership with ECORN-MO, conducted a webinar that explored the stigma surrounding addiction and...

Based on lessons learned from the HCS, this session offered practical guidance, real-world case studies, and actionable tools to help...

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