The Role of State Health Leaders in Addressing Substance Use Disorders Among Women, Infants, and Families
December 20, 2018
As states address the growing challenges associated with substance use disorder (SUD) and neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), many are beginning to implement strategies that systematically consider the needs of women, infants, and their families.
This report highlights six public health approaches for addressing the rising incidence of SUD and NAS and draws out the critical role that state health leaders play in each.