Maternal Substance Misuse and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome | February 25, 2021
Date of Presentation: February 25, 2021
Type: Past Presentation
Audience: Clinical
Program: Maternal and Child Health
Keywords: #culturally competent care #maternal substance use disorders #neonatal abstinence syndrome
In this presentation, Chiao-Wen Lan, epidemiologist for Northwest Tribal Epidemiology Center, discusses trends and impacts of neonatal abstinence syndrome among newborns in AI/AN communities, key considerations for integrated care, and shares resources for culturally-centered programs for AI/AN women who use substances during pregnancy.
Recording:
Presented by:
Dr. Chiao-Wen Lan
Chiao-Wen Lan, PhD, MPH is an epidemiologist for the Northwest Tribal Epidemiology Center, housed within the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board. Dr. Lan is involved in AI/AN public health surveillance and provides technical assistance to improve the quality of life of AI/AN communities and reduce racial and health disparities. Dr. Lan’s work focuses on substance misuse, mental health, access to care, and health disparities among a wide variety of vulnerable populations.
Resources Provided:
- Maternal Substance Misuse and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (Presentation Slides)
- Washington AI/AN Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Fact Sheet
- Oregon AI/AN Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Fact Sheet
- Tapping Tribal Wisdom: Providing Collaborative Care for Native Pregnant Women With Substance Use Disorders and Their Infants (SAMHSA)
- Serving Native Families Affected by Substance Use Disorder: Active Efforts and Plans of Safe Care – Children and Family Futures (CFFutures)
Date added: February 25, 2021