OPEN

Overdose Prevention Engagement Network
Improving Lives from Engagement to Recovery. Prevention. Treatment. Recovery.

The Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network (OPEN) launched in October 2016 with support from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) Value Partnerships, and the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation (IHPI) at the University of Michigan. OPEN was founded in an effort to develop a preventive approach to the opioid epidemic in the state of Michigan by tailoring postoperative and acute care opioid prescribing.

11/01/2025

Happy Halloween!

As you and your family get ready to celebrate, did you know that some candy and medications look very similar?

Are you able to tell which of the images below is candy and which is a medication?

Young children may not know the difference and mistakenly take unwanted medications thinking they're getting a sweet treat. Make sure this Halloween season that you are practicing safe storage techniques to keep your family safe.

Test your knowledge using OPEN's Candy or Medication resource here: https://michigan-open.org/resource/candy-or-medication/

10/28/2025

OPEN's new Pediatric Pain Management page makes it easier for you to learn about different pain management strategies.

This page is curated to help families and providers start conversations together and figure out the best pain management plan for the patient.

Explore the new page here: https://michigan-open.org/pediatrics-pain-management/

10/24/2025

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 25th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the event!

Dispose of your unused medications safely and anonymously at convenient local drop-off locations nationwide.

Locate a collection site near you: www.DEATakeBack.com

10/20/2025

Did you know the answer to Trivia Thursday - What is the fourth safest disposal option?

The answer: After using a deactivation bag, mail-in envelope, or permanent disposal site, the fourth safest medication disposal option is participating in a national Take Back Event!

How'd you do this time? Let us know in the comments below!

10/16/2025

Welcome back to Trivia Thursday!

This week's question: Alongside deactivation bags, mail-envelopes, and visiting a permanent disposal site, what is the fourth safest disposal option?

Think you know this month's answer? Comment below what you think.

Check back on Monday for the answer reveal!

10/14/2025

Our Safe Storage + Disposal Programs offer a variety of services to our community!

Learn how to get involved in the upcoming Fall Take Back Event, investigate how to get a Permanent Medication Disposal Box implemented at your organization, or apply to receive SAFE Storage + Disposal kits to hand out within your own community.

Explore our programs here: https://michigan-open.org/programs/

10/10/2025

Next month on November 10, OPEN will lead another session of an "Introduction to Treating Patients with Buprenorphine for Primary Care Providers."

This MOUD training is garnered towards Primary Care Providers and will cover a range of learning objectives from understanding the neurobiology of addiction to managing acute and chronic pain in patients with OUD.

A $250 incentive will be provided to the first 250 registered Primary Care Providers.

Learn more and register for this event here: https://michigan-open.org/events/introduction-to-treating-patients-with-buprenorphine-for-primary-care-providers-2/

10/08/2025

Knowing how to respond to an opioid overdose is an important skill that could help you save a life.

OPEN offers expert-led naloxone training to teach you everything you need to know to take action during an overdose.

Explore OPEN's Overdose Rescue Training program to schedule your organization an in-person training today: https://michigan-open.org/programs/oend-action-overdose-education-program/

10/06/2025

Today, OPEN would like to recognize the National Day Without Stigma.

We ask our community to work together towards a future where everyone is treated with respect and care without the fear of stigma.

Learn more about National Day Without Stigma here: https://michigan-open.org/national-day-without-stigma/

10/03/2025

Do you work with patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) or complex pain in Michigan and have questions on what to do next?

Utilize our Clinician to Clinician Consult service and meet with one of our consultants to discuss your questions! Our team is available Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Submit a consultation here: https://michigan-open.org/programs/request-a-consultation/

10/01/2025

Protecting your family and community is the number one reason to safely store and promptly dispose of your medications.

The best part; it's easy!

Learn the best tips and tricks for safe storage and disposal: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/safe-storage-and-disposal/

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