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AMERSA improves health and well-being through multidisciplinary leadership in substance use education, research, clinical care and policy.

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AMERSA @amersa.org · Jan 18

AMERSA acknowledges that utilizing a variety of outreach platforms is necessary for equitable access to our activities and education programs. We appreciate your help in growing our reach by following and sharing our content across all your social media channels.♥️

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 14h

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...

AMERSA @amersa.org · 2d

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/

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 4d

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...

AMERSA @amersa.org · 6d

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/

AMERSA @amersa.org · 8d

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

AMERSA @amersa.org · 9d

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...

AMERSA @amersa.org · 9d

🎙️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/

AMERSA @amersa.org · 10d

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...

AMERSA @amersa.org · 11d

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 11d

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

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 12d

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...

AMERSA @amersa.org · 13d

🎧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/

AMERSA @amersa.org · 14d

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 14d

🗓️ 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

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 15d

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!

journals.sagepub.com

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 16d

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/

AMERSA @amersa.org · 16d

🍂 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! 👇

AMERSA @amersa.org · 20d

🎙️ 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 @amersa.org · 21d

🌍 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?

AMERSA @amersa.org · 22d

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 22d

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

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AMERSA @amersa.org · 23d

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/

AMERSA @amersa.org · 23d

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

AMERSA @amersa.org · 26d

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...

AMERSA @amersa.org · 27d

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!