Oregon Pilots Emergency Care Medication Treatment For Opioid Use

On February 17, 2025, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) initiated a six-month pilot program in partnership with the Oregon Public Health Institute (OPHI) and the Public Health Institute Bridge Center (Bridge Center) to enhance addiction care accessibility in emergency settings across Multnomah and Marion counties. The program trains emergency responders to make initial assessments and administer medication-assisted treatment for opioid use in the field before hospital transport. Emergency departments in the participating counties will also receive training, tools, and hands-on support to improve 24/7 addiction services using an evidence-based model that has been successful in . . .