Innovative program in Maine prison curbs relapse to opioid use among released inmates
In a proactive move to combat the opioid crisis, Somerset County Sheriff Dale P. Lancaster has introduced a revolutionary addiction treatment program for inmates inside the county jail. This initiative aims to substantially reduce the risk of overdose and relapse after release by providing a sustained-release medication that curbs opioid cravings for an extended period. Historically, inmates struggling with opioid addiction received only temporary relief through daily medications while incarcerated. However, the cessation of treatment upon release often left them vulnerable to intense cravings and the dangerous likelihood of relapse. Recognizing the critical need for a more effective solution, Sheriff…
