The COVID-19 pandemic has state governments scrambling to manage both the health crisis and budget shortfalls caused by the economic downturn. In some states, that has led to budget cuts in many areas, including funds to fight the opioid epidemic. Treatment professionals worry that funding cuts to treatment programs and the pandemic shutdown could cause patients to drop out of treatment, potentially increasing addiction and mortality rates. Many Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) patients in recovery and treatment programs share those concerns.
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Winners Announced for Fall 2020 Scholarship Contest
Sharps Compliance announced the winners of its Scholarship Contest. To enter the contest, eligible college students must submit an essay on the semester’s essay topic. First, second, and third prize winners are awarded $1500, $1000, and $750, respectively.
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Don’t Forget: Scholarship Deadline 5/31
The deadline for Sharps Compliance’s scholarship essay is quickly approaching. Essays and applications are due by Sunday, May 31. More details can be found here.
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Sharps Compliance Now Accepting Essays for Fall 2020 Scholarship Contest
Sharps Compliance has announced the essay topic for its semi-annual scholarship contest. Each semester Sharps awards $1,500, $1,000, and $750 scholarships to first, second, and third place winners, respectively.
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Spring 2020 Scholarships Awarded
Sharps Compliance has announced the Spring 2020 scholarship contest winners. First, second, and third prize winners are awarded $1,500, $1,000, and $750 scholarships, respectively.
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