FALSE!
Methadone patients feel the normal range of pain, and due to cross tolerance with methadone may need significantly _higher_ doses of narcotic analgesics administered _more_ frequently.
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Methadone Advocacy The National Alliance of Methadone Advocates (NAMA) holds the view that every individual who believes in methadone treatment is at least a potential Certified Methadone Advocate (CMA). We encourage all supporters of methadone treatment, patient and non-patient, to become Certified Methadone Advocates so that all energies directed toward the advancement of methadone treatment…
National Alliance of Methadone Advocates The President’s Office Joycelyn Woods Executive Report DRAFT New York State Regulations, Page 1 of 5 Go to Page 2
National Methadone Conference AMTA 2001 Monday, October 8th, 7 P.M. Chairs Jo Sotheran, NAMA Board of Directors (Treasurer) Joycelyn Woods, NAMA Board of Directors (President) As meeting starts Joycelyn Woods looks on over the shoulders of Tony Scro (NAMA Grievance Coordinator), James DePasquale (Long Island NAMA) and Donna Schoen (LIJ Patient Committee). Jo Sotheran introduces…
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DOJ publishes guidance on Opioid Use Disorder and the Americans with Disabilities Act NAMA Recovery Patient Rights April 15, 2022 | 0 “The opioid crisis poses an extraordinary challenge to communities throughout our country. The Department of Justice (the Department) has responded with a comprehensive approach prioritizing prevention, enforcement, and treatment. This includes…
Get Ready for National Recovery Month in September NAMA declares 2005 THE YEAR OF RECOVERY FOR METHADONE PATIENTS Methadone patients have never been allowed to think of themselves as in recovery. This year the National Alliance of Methadone is declaring Recovery Month “The Year of Recovery for Methadone Patients.” Read the President’s Proclamation Time to…
