How can we better support youth & families in substance use care? AMERSA is seeking proposals for the upcoming Substance Use Across the Lifespan series focusing on pediatric and adolescent care. Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Substance use care changes across life stages—and we’re seeking your insights! Submit a podcast episode, workshop, or toolkit proposal for AMERSA's Substance Use Across the Lifespan series by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. 🔗 Learn more amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Have insights on emerging substances, treatments, or tech in substance use care? Submit an episode proposal for AMERSA’s upcoming Frontiers in Substance Use Care podcast series! Proposals due December 7, 2025 🔗 Learn more → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

AMERSA is excited to announce two new series arriving in 2026. We’re seeking proposals for podcast episodes, workshops, and toolkits. 🗓️ Proposals due December 7, 2025 🔗 Learn more and submit your proposal today→ amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Just 3 weeks until #AMERSA2025! If you arrive by airplane, consider taking public transportation to the conference hotel. It is one of the fastest, easiest, least expensive options (and environmentally friendly too). We have detailed instructions here: amersa.org/wp-content/u...

Congratulations to the October 2025 SAj Editors' Choice Award recipient, 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘋𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘴 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘍𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘖𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴: 𝘈 𝘓𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘊𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘈𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦-𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜𝘳𝘣𝘢𝘯 𝘔𝘪𝘥𝘸𝘦𝘴𝘵. Read the article here! @sajamersa.bsky.social

Happening today! Join AMERSA & journalist Zachary Siegel 3 PM ET for live Advocacy Webinar follow-up office hours — share your ideas & get feedback. Watch the Webinar: amersa.org/amersa-webin... Register: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

AMERSA is grateful for the support of our 2025 Conference Exhibitors! If you’re joining us in Portland this November, please stop by and visit them throughout the conference.

Did you know that AMERSA provides $100,000 (over 1/10th of our budget!) in conference registration & travel support every year - without accepting any industry funding? Thank you to members, donors, and mission-aligned partners who support our efforts to include all voices at the table!

Sharpen your advocacy message! Join AMERSA & journalist Zachary Siegel Oct 22 | 3 PM ET for hands-on follow-up office hours to our Advocacy Webinar. Missed the webinar? Watch: amersa.org/amersa-webin... Register: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

Continue the conversation! Join AMERSA’s Advocacy Webinar Follow-Up with journalist Zachary Siegel Oct 22 for live feedback on your ideas and works in progress. Missed the webinar? Watch: amersa.org/amersa-webin... Register: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

🎉 30 Days to Go! 🎉 We’re just 30 days away from AMERSA’s 49th Annual Conference in Portland! Pre-conference sessions kick off November 12, with the full conference beginning November 13. We'll see you there! amersa.org/annual-confe...

AMERSA 2025 is just around the corner! Are you ready? 👇 Drop your answer in the comments below. P.S. If you chose B, don’t wait. Registration is nearly full! amersa.org/annual-confe...

Today, on #WorldMentalHealthDay, we pause to recognize the incredible dedication of our members who work in mental health care. Whether you're offering direct support, shaping policy, or advancing practice through research, your work changes lives every day.

Congratulations to Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, two time AMERSA plenary presenter, who has been awarded a MacArthur Fellowship for his work helping prevent drug overdose deaths. We follow the findings of the UNC Street Drug Analysis Lab and appreciate the work of Nab and team! www.unc.edu/posts/2025/1...

Last month we asked the AMERSA community to share, in one word, why they’re a member. Here’s what you told us ⬇️ ✨ Community ✨ Learning ✨ Mentorship ✨ Camaraderie ✨ Inspiration ✨ Network Ready to connect and contribute? Join AMERSA today! amersa.org/new-member-o...

Have you caught the season finale of AMERSA’s Innovation in Action podcast yet? Episode 7 explores how SafeSpot grew from a grassroots initiative into a nationally recognized overdose prevention service at Boston Medical Center. 🎧 Listen now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

We are excited about the launch of our NEW Member Center! A benefit: AMERSA members can post employment and training opportunities to share with fellow members. Create your account today: amersa.growthzoneapp.com/MIC/Login Not an AMERSA member? Join us! amersa.org/new-member-o...

The final episode of AMERSA's Innovation in Action Podcast highlights SafeSpot, a free, 24/7 virtual spotting hotline for people who use drugs alone—addressing overdose risks, stigma, and health education. Listen now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

Today’s the day! Join us at 12pm PT / 3pm ET for AMERSA’s free webinar: “Writing for Change: How to Sharpen Your Persuasive Writing Skills and Effectively Use the Pen as an Advocacy Tool.” Expert panel + live Q&A. Don’t miss it! Register now: tinyurl.com/AMERSAWebinar

Showcase your organization at AMERSA’s Annual Conference in Portland! Engage with a multidisciplinary audience of educators, clinicians & researchers shaping the future of addiction science. ⏰ Deadline: Oct 10 🔗 amersa.org/2025-confere...

🎙️The final episode of the season drops on Thursday! Episode 7 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action Podact explores how SafeSpot—a 24/7 overdose prevention hotline—saves lives, challenges stigma, and builds trust with people who use drugs. amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

Build deeper connections at the conference this year and engage in the AMERSA mentorship program! AMERSA members are eligible to participate. Not an AMERSA member? Select the 1st Time Member conference registration option 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝗰𝘁 𝟭 to join! amersa.org/annual-confe...

Ready to strengthen your advocacy writing? Join AMERSA's free upcoming webinar: “Writing for Change: How to Sharpen Your Persuasive Writing Skills and Effectively Use the Pen as an Advocacy Tool.” 📅 Tuesday, Sept 30 | 12pm PT / 3pm ET Register now!: tinyurl.com/AMERSAWebinar

Registration for the AMERSA 2025 Conference is filling up fast! With fewer than 100 spots left, now’s the time to secure your place. 👉Don’t wait—register today: amersa.org/annual-confe...

🎧Haven’t caught Episode 6 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action Podcast yet? Listen as Dr. Mike Winer and Emily Skogrand, PharmD highlight new models bringing methadone into hospitals & withdrawal management. Listen now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

🗓️ One week to go! Join us Sept 30 for AMERSA’s free webinar: “Writing for Change" Learn how to sharpen persuasive writing skills for advocacy. Don’t miss this expert panel! Register today: tinyurl.com/AMERSAWebinar

In recognition of Recovery Month, @sajamersa.bsky.social is proud to share a special collection of articles that highlight groundbreaking research, lived experiences, and innovative practices in overdose prevention, response, and education. Read the full collection here!

Do you miss episode 6 of AMERSA’s Stigma & Substance Use podcast? This episode features leaders expanding methadone access beyond traditional settings — a crucial step toward accessible, lifesaving care. Listen now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

🍂 Today is the first day of fall! As the season turns, we’re counting down to the AMERSA 2025 Conference in Portland this November. 🍁 What are you most looking forward to at this year’s meeting? Share below—we can’t wait to learn together! 👇

🎙️ Episode 6 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action podcast is here! This episode explores how hospitals & withdrawal management programs are breaking barriers to expand access to this lifesaving medication. Listen now and share your takeaways: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

🌍 AMERSA is a community that stretches far and wide! Did you know our four staff members work across three different time zones, and our Board of Directors represents four? Wherever you are, we are grateful that you are part of AMERSA. Where are YOU joining us from?

Save the date! Free AMERSA Webinar, Sept 30 (12pm PT / 3pm ET): Writing for Change: How to Sharpen Your Persuasive Writing Skills and Effectively Use the Pen as an Advocacy Tool. Learn from expert panelists how to amplify your voice. Register: tinyurl.com/AMERSAWebinar

New episode coming this Thursday! Episode 6 of AMERSA’s Stigma & Substance Use podcast spotlights innovators working to expand access to lifesaving methadone in hospitals and withdrawal management settings. Subscribe to new episode alerts: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

Only 60 days until #AMERSA2025! Get ready for powerful sessions, networking, and community in Portland. Who’s excited?! 🙌

AMERSA has a new Oral Health special interest group (SIG) currently in development! Are you an AMERSA member interested in collaborating across disciplines to address the longstanding exclusion of oral health from addiction medicine? Join the email list here: amersa.org/special-inte...

Episode 5 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action is packed with insight into how nurses can lead the way in addiction care. 🎧 Listen now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/ Help us shape our 2026 podcast series by suggesting a guest or topic in the comments!

Did you know? The “M” in AMERSA stands for Multidisciplinary and that’s core to who we are. From clinics to classrooms to courtrooms, our strength is in our diverse community. What's your professional identity?

Episode 5 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action podcast series highlights how empowering nurses with evidence-based addiction care training is changing outcomes for patients, hospitals, and communities. Catch up now! 🎧 Listen here: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

Join us in Portland on November 12, 2025 for the AMERSA Pre-Conference, featuring: 🌎 Local Site Visits 📣 Advocacy Workshop led by Legal Action Center 🎬 Film Screening of Do No Harm by @storied.studios 👉 For Pre-Conference Registration ONLY, click here: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

🎙️ Episode 5 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action is here! Discover how the ACT Nurse Liaison Program is transforming hospital care for people with substance use disorders—through training, mentorship, and stigma reduction. 🎧 Listen now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint. #AMERSA2025 will be held at Hyatt Regency Portland, LEED Gold certified property (a global standard for sustainable, efficient design). Check out measures we're taking and ways you can help: amersa.org/sustainabili...

Check out this sneak peak of our next Innovation in Action AMERSA podcast episode, which explores how the ACT Nurse Liaison Program equips hospital nurses to reduce stigma & improve addiction care. 🎧 Don’t miss it—releasing Sept 4! amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

This August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day brings us together to honor, acknowledge, and act. #IOAD2025 #EndOverdose

Early Bird rates are flying away soon! Secure your spot at the 49th Annual AMERSA Conference, November 13–15 in Portland, Oregon. Register by August 31 to lock in discounted pricing. 🔗 amersa.org/annual-confe...

Episode 4 of AMERSA’s Innovation in Action podcast series shows how EMS can play a key role in responding to the opioid crisis— and what others can learn from this model. 🎧 Catch up now & share with your network: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

Read the latest blog post from @sajamersa.bsky.social! Editor-in-Chief, Adam Gordon, MD, MPH reviews the journal's Impact Factor and editorial efficiency metrics: amersa.org/from-the-edi...

Trivia Tuesday! 🧠 What year was AMERSA founded? Bonus if you can name one of the founding members of AMERSA. Drop your guess in the comments — we’ll share the answer there tomorrow!

How do you equip paramedics to do more than reverse overdoses? Episode 4 of AMERSA’s Innovation in Action podcast series shows how Hennepin EMS added buprenorphine to treat withdrawal immediately and connect patients to recovery pathways. 🎧 Catch up now: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/

Are you interested in collaboration, innovation, and making an impact in the field of substance use & addiction? We welcome professionals from ALL disciplines to become members of AMERSA. Break silos, share ideas, and drive change with AMERSA. Join today: amersa.org/new-member-online-application/