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.

02/20/2026

In 2025, we unveiled impactful new services through our SUD Initiative.

The OPEN Warmline officially launched in September of last year. In just four months, over 185 patient phone visits were conducted and over 95 MOUD prescriptions were dispensed.

One patient who utilized the Warmline told us "Thank you for the help! Where was this option five years ago?!"

Explore our SUD initiative here: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/substance-use-disorder/

02/19/2026

In 2025, OPEN's Harm Reduction reached all across Michigan.

Over 1,800 naloxone kits were distributed via emergency departments across 33 different counties.

8,675 naloxone kits were accessible via naloxone vending machines and distribution boxes in 21 counties.

More than 3,750 naloxone kits were handed out during Community Naloxone trainings over 21 different sessions.

Explore our Harm Reduction initiative here: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/harm-reduction/

02/18/2026

During 2025, our Prevention initiative grew to new heights.

OPEN's Prevention based campaigns were seen and engaged by over 3.8 million people across Michigan.

Over 12,2000 safe storage + disposal products were distributed in Michigan communities. These products help people stay safe and make a difference within their neighborhood.

Explore our Prevention initiative here: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/prevention/

02/17/2026

Throughout 2025, we saw OPEN's Pain Management initiative accomplish great things.

We updated our Adult Surgery Pain Management webpage to further serve our community.

Our Obstetrics Pain Management Myths vs Facts campaign was seen over 445,000 times by people across Michigan. This campaign aimed to share best practices and debunk myths people may think about their pain management journey during pregnancy,

Explore our Pain Management initiative here: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/pain-management/

02/13/2026

Is naloxone being dispensed with opioid prescriptions across the country?

According to recent OPEN research, despite prescriptions increasing almost 817,000 over 10 years, naloxone codispensing remains infrequent for those with elevated risks for opioid overdose.

Learn more about this study here: https://michigan-open.org/evidence/national-trends-in-naloxone-codispensing-with-outpatient-opioid-prescriptions-2013-2023/

02/05/2026

OPEN's new SUD Treatment Access card provides state resources county by county that will help Michigan residents find treatment easily.

Remember, treatment is not one-size-fits-all.

Explore this new resource here: https://michigan-open.org/resource/sud-treatment-access-card/

02/03/2026

OPEN is proud to recognize January as SUD Awareness Month. Launched by SAMHSA in 2025, the goal is to raise awareness on the impact of SUD, highlight the importance of stigma reduction, and provide support.

Read more about how OPEN is recognizing this month and how you can get involved: https://michigan-open.org/sud-awareness-month-why-we-recognize-it-and-how-you-can-help/

01/29/2026

OPEN's new Substance Use Disorder in Primary Care Initiative page will help PCPs screen patients for risky substance use. This page offers evidence-based treatment and management options for helping people living with SUD.

Explore this new page here: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/substance-use-disorder/substance-use-disorder-primary-care/

01/23/2026

OPEN's new "Cannabis Use and Addiction Education Guide for Teens and Young Adults" helps you gain a deeper understanding of what cannabis is and what some of the associated risks are in young people.

Use this resource here: https://michigan-open.org/resource/cannabis-use-and-addiction-education-guide-for-teens-and-young-adults/

01/21/2026

Do you have a patient with opioid use disorder or complex pain and aren't quite sure what to do next?

OPEN's Clinician to Clinician Consult Service may be just right for you! Meet with one of our on-call Physicians 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/

01/19/2026

Here is our first Trivia Thursday reveal of the year!

The question: What is the fourth kind of stigma next to Public Stigma, Healthcare Stigma, and Recovery Community Stigma?

The answer? Internalized Stigma!

Internalized stigma is where someone begins to shame themselves and adopt negative attitudes toward themself.

How'd you do? Let us know if you guessed correctly below! In the meantime, check out our Stigma Reduction page to learn more about stigma and how we can work together to make a difference: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/stigma-reduction/

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