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March 29, 2021
National Diabetes Prevention Program
The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) was established to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. Taught by trained lifestyle coaches, the program helps educate and motivate people at risk for type 2 diabetes to adopt a healthier lifestyle. CDPHP offers coverage to eligible Medicaid and HARP members to participate in 22 sessions…
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February 22, 2021
Celebrating the 2020-2021 CDPHP Scholars
Since 2016, CDPHP® The Foundation has been investing in the public health leaders of the future. That is the year the Foundation started offering academic scholarships to students enrolled in the School of Public Health at the University at Albany. The Foundation’s multi-year commitment will provide nearly a quarter million dollars to help deserving students…
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January 27, 2021
Suicide Risk in LGBTQ Youth and the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Compared to heterosexual youths, the suicide rate in LGBTQ adolescents is greater. One analysis (JAMA Pediatrics, 2018) compiled data from 35 previous studies involving 10 countries and nearly 2.4 million heterosexual youth and 113,468 LGBT youth, ages 12 to 20 years of age. The results indicated that LGBT youth were 3.5 to 5.87 times more…
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January 27, 2021
ER Diversion Program for Those Experiencing Behavioral Health Crises
The Living Room at Ellis Medicine, established in partnership with Rehabilitation Support Services, provides a calm, comfortable setting where individuals experiencing emotional or mental health crises can get help. Staffed by a licensed clinical social worker, peer specialist, and care manager with collaboration from consulting medical staff, the program offers an effective alternative to emergency…
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January 27, 2021
Hixny: Your Source for Secure, Real-time Patient Data
The Healthcare Information Exchange of New York (Hixny) is a non-profit, local health information network that supports the secure flow of electronic health information through the Statewide Health Information Network for New York (SHIN-NY), which is overseen by the New York State Department of Health. It was established to help improve patient outcomes, reduce or…
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December 28, 2020
Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is primarily used for the treatment of addiction to opioids such as heroin and prescription pain relievers that contain opiates. MAT medications are evidence-based treatment options that relieve the withdrawal symptoms and psychological cravings that cause chemical imbalances in the body. They do not just substitute one drug for another. Opioid Dependency…
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