Assessing available data to determine need
Evaluate existing data sources to determine need for mobile addiction services. The overdose epidemic has spared few communities. Public health data may be helpful in determining which neighborhoods have the greatest need for low-barrier access to addiction services and care.
Availability of data may vary, but below are potential resources that may help to establish need
Upon determining there is sufficient need for mobile addiction services, continued input from PWUD is important to ensuring any program is designed and implemented to best serve the needs of those at greatest risk for overdose
Engaging with local stakeholders is crucial to the planning and implementation of a mobile health program. The team should consider reaching out to community partners. Be mindful to protect patients’ and PWUD’s privacy when presenting data; when possible, use data in the aggregate, highlight data limitations and be sure to contextualize when describing trends
Engaging with local stakeholders is crucial to the planning and implementation of a mobile health program. The team should consider reaching out to community partners. Be mindful to protect patients’ and PWUD’s privacy when presenting data; when possible, use data in the aggregate, highlight data limitations and be sure to contextualize when describing trends
Engaging with local stakeholders is crucial to the planning and implementation of a mobile health program. The team should consider reaching out to community partners. Be mindful to protect patients’ and PWUD’s privacy when presenting data; when possible, use data in the aggregate, highlight data limitations and be sure to contextualize when describing trends