CHESS Health

05/01/2026

“We make it so challenging for them to access treatment medications in the first place. When people are displaced or unable to get to their usual clinics or pharmacies, those challenges just become insurmountable.”

Using Hurricane Helene as a teachable moment, a group of doctors outlined concrete steps that lawmakers can take to reverse a crisis in getting substance use medications during natural disasters.

04/29/2026

“We’ve found the longer people are engaged with Connections, the better people stay engaged in their recovery and with us.”

We're incredibly grateful for our partnership with Valley Hope of Overland Park and for their presentation today at . Dana Kerney shared powerful insights into how the Connections app supports patients and strengthens long‑term recovery.

At CHESS Health, our mission is simple: to support our partners, so they can better support what matters most.

04/28/2026

Day 2 at and full of gratitude ✨

We're grateful for the meaningful conversations with our partners, the new connections made, and the supportive space centered on community impact.

04/27/2026

We’re in Denver for and can’t wait to connect! Stop by Booth #1324 to catch up on our latest and upcoming enhancements.

While you’re here, don’t miss our partners from Valley Hope presenting “Digital Solutions for Treatment Transitions and Long-Term Recovery Support” on April 29 at 10:30 MST. Their session highlights the impact of digital tools across the substance use care continuum.

04/24/2026

Next week we head to Denver for !

We're excited to showcase our innovative digital behavioral health tools at booth #1324. Our team will be there, eager to share inspiring case studies on how our solutions can enhance your impact on the SUD crisis. We can’t wait to connect with you all and explore how we can work together to make a difference.

See you there!👋

04/23/2026

U.S. mental health and SUD spending grew from $40.9B in 2000 to $139.6B in 2021, reaching 5.5% of all medical expenditures. Notably, the majority of this increase (87.3%) reflects more people entering care, rather than higher treatment costs per case.

Understanding what the US spends to treat mental health and substance use disorders (SUD) is important for understanding spending patterns and informing health policy. In this study, we determined that from 2000 through 2021, mental health and SUD nominal spending grew from $40.9 billion to $139.6 b...

04/22/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month, a reminder that stress can take a real toll on both mental health and substance use recovery. You don’t have to manage it alone 💙

04/20/2026

Don’t miss our partners from Valley Hope Foundation presenting “Digital Solutions for Treatment Transitions and Long-Term Recovery Support” on April 29 at 10:30 MST at .

Their results highlight the impact of digital tools across the substance use care continuum. CHESS Health will also be onsite and exhibiting at Booth #1324. We hope to see you there!

04/17/2026

April is National Minority Health Month - a time to recognize that advancing health equity takes collaboration across the entire care ecosystem.

As the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) and the U.S. Office of Minority Health emphasize, improving minority health requires strong partnerships and shared commitment.

Everyone has a role in advancing health equity with a goal of helping bring the right support to more people, when and where they need it most.

04/16/2026

Heading to ?

Meet with CHESS Health for a 1:1 30‑minute assessment to review ROI and potential financial impact of digital engagement for SUD for your business and the populations you serve.

See how digital tools can reduce high‑cost events, support staff, and drive measurable outcomes.

Book your spot now👉: https://hubs.li/Q048mMxw0

04/15/2026

“The next opioid epidemic.”

That’s how some experts are describing the rise of gambling addiction as sports betting expands rapidly across the U.S.

A recent piece in Fierce Healthcare explores the growing concern: legalization is accelerating access to gambling faster than the public health system is building resources to address the harm.

And one major challenge stands out: Most people struggling with gambling addiction never enter treatment. Stigma, lack of screening, and limited access to specialized care mean many people fall through the cracks.

That’s why solutions that support individuals between treatment visits are becoming increasingly important.

CHESS Health was highlighted in the article for its peer-powered digital support tool designed to extend recovery support beyond clinic walls.

"What we’re trying to serve is the gap between treatment visits," CHESS Health CEO Hans Morefield explains.

Now that same approach is expanding to support people experiencing problem gambling, including a new initiative in West Virginia and future plans for North Carolina.

Because recovery doesn’t just happen during appointments. It happens in the hours, days, and decisions in between.

Mike Sciandra grew up around gamblers. It wasn’t long before he became one. | Seven in 10 U.S. adults gamble. Commercial gaming revenue broke records in 2025, and all gaming segments are growing. This menu of options is creating an addiction crisis yet to be widely recognized. To understand proble...

04/14/2026

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a growing public health crisis in the United States, impacting millions of individuals, families, and communities.

Yet for much of the past decade, the national conversation around substance use has centered mainly on the opioid epidemic. That focus has driven policy, funding, and clinical infrastructure in critical ways.

While attention was directed elsewhere, AUD quietly surged. The data now demands a reckoning.

AUD is rising and overlooked. Uncover the scope of the crisis and scalable solutions that work to address it.