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ScalaNW Contributor List
A list of contributors who collaborated on the development of our clinical protocols.
![A doctor standing next to a seated patient](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-01/medications-for-moud_278x120.jpg)
MOUD in the ED
Though opioid use disorder poses significant risk to individual and public health, it can be treated effectively in the emergency department.
![A prescription medication bottle overflowing with round white pills](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-04/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Xylazine-3.jpg)
About xylazine (aka Tranq)
Understanding the risks, effects, and harm reduction strategies for dealing with the sedative sometimes found in fentanyl and other drugs.
![White pills on a chute in a manufacturing facility](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Drug%20Supply-6.jpg)
Risks of the unregulated drug supply
The risks and unpredictability of unregulated drugs compared to FDA-approved medications.
![Clinical Protocol](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-04/SNW_Recources_Protocol-graphics_R1_Adolescent-Bup-Initiation-.jpg)
Adolescent buprenorphine initiation
Adolescent buprenorphine initiation for patients ages 13 and up.
![A masked doctor engaged in conversation](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20What%20We%20Do-5.jpg)
What we do
ScalaNW is a bridge program that supports emergency department responses to the opioid crisis in Washington state.
![A doctor checking a patient with a stethoscope.](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20What%20We%20Believe-8.jpg)
What we believe
An accessible approach to opioid use disorder treatment that emphasizes the need for immediate access to medication and patient-centered care.
![ScalaNW Contributor List](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-05/SNW_Recources_Contributors_List_R1.jpg)
ScalaNW Contributor List
A list of contributors who collaborated on the development of our clinical protocols.
![A doctor standing next to a seated patient](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-01/medications-for-moud_278x120.jpg)
MOUD in the ED
Though opioid use disorder poses significant risk to individual and public health, it can be treated effectively in the emergency department.
![A prescription medication bottle overflowing with round white pills](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-04/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Xylazine-3.jpg)
About xylazine (aka Tranq)
Understanding the risks, effects, and harm reduction strategies for dealing with the sedative sometimes found in fentanyl and other drugs.
![White pills on a chute in a manufacturing facility](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Drug%20Supply-6.jpg)
Risks of the unregulated drug supply
The risks and unpredictability of unregulated drugs compared to FDA-approved medications.
![Clinical Protocol](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-04/SNW_Recources_Protocol-graphics_R1_Adolescent-Bup-Initiation-.jpg)
Adolescent buprenorphine initiation
Adolescent buprenorphine initiation for patients ages 13 and up.
![A masked doctor engaged in conversation](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20What%20We%20Do-5.jpg)
What we do
ScalaNW is a bridge program that supports emergency department responses to the opioid crisis in Washington state.
![A doctor checking a patient with a stethoscope.](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20What%20We%20Believe-8.jpg)
What we believe
An accessible approach to opioid use disorder treatment that emphasizes the need for immediate access to medication and patient-centered care.
![A prescription medication bottle overflowing with round white pills](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-04/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Xylazine-3.jpg)
About xylazine (aka Tranq)
Understanding the risks, effects, and harm reduction strategies for dealing with the sedative sometimes found in fentanyl and other drugs.
![White pills on a chute in a manufacturing facility](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Drug%20Supply-6.jpg)
Risks of the unregulated drug supply
The risks and unpredictability of unregulated drugs compared to FDA-approved medications.
![two smiling young men greeting each other](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Self-Compassion%20Recovery%20and%20Positive%20Change-1.jpg)
Self-compassion, recovery, and positive change
Exploring empowering, kind and compassionate approaches to recovery from opioid use disorder.
![A vial of naloxone](/sites/default/files/resources/2024-03/WA%20HCA%20-%20Resource%20Photo%20-%20Using%20Naloxone-7.jpg)
Using naloxone
Step-by-step guide to effectively using naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses, including tips for preparation and post-administration care.