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Aging Adults and Medication Use: Staying Safe

Although pain management is effective for older adults, adverse effects of medications along with age-related challenges can prompt misuse. Effective prevention include education and safety coaching to help older adults make sound lifestyle choices when using medications for chronic health conditions.

This interactive workshop will review the current prevalence of medication misuse among older adults. Content will also include a discussion about pain management challenges within the potential realities of older adult living.

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For trainings that indicate Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available, contact the organizer and/or the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation to verify that the credits will count toward the continuing education requirements of your licensure or certification. 

Event Location

Virtual

Contact & Accommodations

Event Details

Format
Online/Virtual
Event Type
Training
Topic
Substance use
Host
Substance Use programs
Audience
Health care providers
Substance use disorder treatment providers
County
Statewide
Addison
Bennington
Caledonia
Chittenden
Essex
Franklin
Grand Isle
Lamoille
Orange
Orleans
Rutland
Washington
Windham
Windsor
Continuing education credits
Yes