LiveSmart: September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
The COVID-19 global health crisis is rapidly becoming a mental health crisis. St. Peter's is here to help - 24/7 - at 518-271-3540. [...]
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International Overdose Awareness Day
Today, August 31, we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day. Raising awareness of addiction and the toll it takes on our colleagues and community has never been more important as we continue to confront the COVID-19 pandemic. [...]
WTEN: Rensselaer County Working to Curb Sudden Spike in Overdoses
William Bean of SPARC appeared on WTEN/News10 to discuss the Capital Region's rise in fatal overdoses. [...]
WTEN: As Shutdown Persists, Substance Abuse on the Rise
Jason Kirby, D.O., MBA, was interviewed by WTEN/News 10 for its story on the rise of substance abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Kirby discussed how St. Peter's Health Partners is using telemedicine to reach patients and help them continue, or begin, their recovery. [...]
LiveSmart: The Mental Health Toll of the COVID Pandemic
The COVID pandemic is creating a mental health crisis in our country. But help is just a phone call away. [...]
WNYT: Keeping Connected Important for People in Addiction Recovery
It's critical that people in addiction recovery stay connected, but the COVID-19 pandemic is making this particularly challenging. WNYT's Benita Zahn speaks to Jason Kirby, D.O, MBA, medical director for addiction services at St. Peter's Health Partners, about ways on how people in recovery can stay the course. [...]
LiveSmart: When Drinking is a Problem – Know the Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder
For many, the holiday season is one of anxiety and dread, one where alcohol is sometimes used to deal with those feelings. But how much is too much? [...]
Times Union: On the Move
The Times Union published news of several new hires at St. Peter’s Health Partners, including new providers and advanced practice providers. [...]
Dr. Jason Kirby Named Medical Director of Addiction Services at St. Peter’s Health Partners
Jason Kirby, DO, MBA, has joined St. Peter's Health Partners as medical director of addiction services. Dual board-certified in family medicine and pending board certification in addiction medicine, Dr. Kirby oversees the medical providers in the St. Peter's Addiction Recovery Center. [...]
LiveSmart: Primary Care, Behavioral Health Providers Needed in Battle to Combat Opioid Addiction
SPHP's ECHO Project is looking for providers who can expand the network of caregivers supporting medication-assisted treatment of opioid-use disorders. [...]
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