This session will provide an overview of the intersectionality of Substance Use and HIV.  

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Define substance use 
• Discuss the correlation between HIV & substance use
• Discuss the stigma behind both substance use & HIV
• Define harm reduction
• Discuss treatment options for substance use disorder
• Discuss obstacles that occur when treating persons with HIV & using substances

A variety of the listed topics will be discussed at this event.

• Medication-assisted therapy for substance use conditions (e.g., buprenorphine, methadone, and/or naltrexone in combination with behavioral therapies)
• Substance use disorders, not including opioid use

Intended Audience

Doctors, Nurses, Social Workers, Pharmacists, Case Managers, Community Health Workers, Substance Use Professionals

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