MATTERS
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Linking individuals with substance use disorders to stigma-free treatment and resources within their own community. HQ in Buffalo, available across New York State and Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
www.mattersnetwork.org
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Understanding syringe sizes is important for safer and informed use.
This guide breaks down needle length, gauge, and syringe size to help you choose the right equipment.
For more information about our Syringe Services Program, visit zurl.co/HPJI7
This guide breaks down needle length, gauge, and syringe size to help you choose the right equipment.
For more information about our Syringe Services Program, visit zurl.co/HPJI7
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Understanding syringe sizes is important for safer and informed use.
This guide breaks down needle length, gauge, and syringe size to help you choose the right equipment.
For more information about our Syringe Services Program, visit zurl.co/HPJI7
This guide breaks down needle length, gauge, and syringe size to help you choose the right equipment.
For more information about our Syringe Services Program, visit zurl.co/HPJI7
Here's what you need to know about up-and-coming bills on drug paraphernalia and the expansion of drug test strips.
These laws can help increase access to harm reduction tools and support safer substance use for people who use drugs.
For more information, visit mattersnetwork.org/syringe-s....
These laws can help increase access to harm reduction tools and support safer substance use for people who use drugs.
For more information, visit mattersnetwork.org/syringe-s....
December 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Here's what you need to know about up-and-coming bills on drug paraphernalia and the expansion of drug test strips.
These laws can help increase access to harm reduction tools and support safer substance use for people who use drugs.
For more information, visit mattersnetwork.org/syringe-s....
These laws can help increase access to harm reduction tools and support safer substance use for people who use drugs.
For more information, visit mattersnetwork.org/syringe-s....
We are very excited to introduce our new Outreach Coordinator, Mike Bernardi.
Hometown? Saranac, NY
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The person-centered approach and the willingness to meet people where they are.
Favorite place to visit in New York State? Whiteface Mountain
Hometown? Saranac, NY
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The person-centered approach and the willingness to meet people where they are.
Favorite place to visit in New York State? Whiteface Mountain
December 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We are very excited to introduce our new Outreach Coordinator, Mike Bernardi.
Hometown? Saranac, NY
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The person-centered approach and the willingness to meet people where they are.
Favorite place to visit in New York State? Whiteface Mountain
Hometown? Saranac, NY
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The person-centered approach and the willingness to meet people where they are.
Favorite place to visit in New York State? Whiteface Mountain
Did you know Long Island City, NY, has a harm reduction vending machine?
Managed by Phoenix House, it offers free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips to support safer substance use.
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
Managed by Phoenix House, it offers free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips to support safer substance use.
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
November 26, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Did you know Long Island City, NY, has a harm reduction vending machine?
Managed by Phoenix House, it offers free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips to support safer substance use.
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
Managed by Phoenix House, it offers free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips to support safer substance use.
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
Harm reduction matters.
#Fentanyl and #xylazine test strips are reaching communities across New York, helping prevent overdoses every day.
Individuals and organizations can order for free at www.mattersnetwork.org/supplies
#Fentanyl and #xylazine test strips are reaching communities across New York, helping prevent overdoses every day.
Individuals and organizations can order for free at www.mattersnetwork.org/supplies
November 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Harm reduction matters.
#Fentanyl and #xylazine test strips are reaching communities across New York, helping prevent overdoses every day.
Individuals and organizations can order for free at www.mattersnetwork.org/supplies
#Fentanyl and #xylazine test strips are reaching communities across New York, helping prevent overdoses every day.
Individuals and organizations can order for free at www.mattersnetwork.org/supplies
You spoke, and we listened.
The MATTERS Referral Platform now offers our partners more flexibility and account management.
Explore the latest updates: mattersnetwork.org/referral-...
The MATTERS Referral Platform now offers our partners more flexibility and account management.
Explore the latest updates: mattersnetwork.org/referral-...
November 21, 2025 at 2:51 PM
You spoke, and we listened.
The MATTERS Referral Platform now offers our partners more flexibility and account management.
Explore the latest updates: mattersnetwork.org/referral-...
The MATTERS Referral Platform now offers our partners more flexibility and account management.
Explore the latest updates: mattersnetwork.org/referral-...
The holidays can be hard, but you don't have to go through them alone.
Visit www.mattersnetwork.org for help, resources, and support.
Visit www.mattersnetwork.org for help, resources, and support.
November 20, 2025 at 3:14 PM
The holidays can be hard, but you don't have to go through them alone.
Visit www.mattersnetwork.org for help, resources, and support.
Visit www.mattersnetwork.org for help, resources, and support.
Harm Reduction Coordinator, Mia Dickinson, walks through Step 1: preparing your drug test strip in our "How to Use Test Strips" video.
Learn how to stay safe and test before you use!
To watch the full video and order free test strips, visit mattersnetwork.org/supplies-....
Learn how to stay safe and test before you use!
To watch the full video and order free test strips, visit mattersnetwork.org/supplies-....
November 18, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Harm Reduction Coordinator, Mia Dickinson, walks through Step 1: preparing your drug test strip in our "How to Use Test Strips" video.
Learn how to stay safe and test before you use!
To watch the full video and order free test strips, visit mattersnetwork.org/supplies-....
Learn how to stay safe and test before you use!
To watch the full video and order free test strips, visit mattersnetwork.org/supplies-....
Did you know the Erie County Department of Health manages a harm reduction vending machine that provides free naloxone (Narcan), fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips?
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
November 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Did you know the Erie County Department of Health manages a harm reduction vending machine that provides free naloxone (Narcan), fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips?
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
To find other vending machine locations, visit www.mattersnetwork.org/vendi....
Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joshua Lynch, will be the keynote speaker at the Beyond Addiction: A Prescription for Progress Symposium on November 20th.
Members of our outreach team, including Raven Manchester and Mike Bernardi, will be tabling at the event.
Registration link: zurl.co/kitVS
Members of our outreach team, including Raven Manchester and Mike Bernardi, will be tabling at the event.
Registration link: zurl.co/kitVS
November 13, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joshua Lynch, will be the keynote speaker at the Beyond Addiction: A Prescription for Progress Symposium on November 20th.
Members of our outreach team, including Raven Manchester and Mike Bernardi, will be tabling at the event.
Registration link: zurl.co/kitVS
Members of our outreach team, including Raven Manchester and Mike Bernardi, will be tabling at the event.
Registration link: zurl.co/kitVS
We are now accepting applications for our spring internship program!
If you're a graduate student interested in harm reduction and public health communication, we'd love to have you on our team.
This internship includes a stipend.
Apply at: www.mattersnetwork.org/careers
If you're a graduate student interested in harm reduction and public health communication, we'd love to have you on our team.
This internship includes a stipend.
Apply at: www.mattersnetwork.org/careers
November 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
We are now accepting applications for our spring internship program!
If you're a graduate student interested in harm reduction and public health communication, we'd love to have you on our team.
This internship includes a stipend.
Apply at: www.mattersnetwork.org/careers
If you're a graduate student interested in harm reduction and public health communication, we'd love to have you on our team.
This internship includes a stipend.
Apply at: www.mattersnetwork.org/careers
In Allegheny County, every connection matters.
Join the MATTERS referral network to strengthen treatment access and create a support system for those impacted by opioid use disorder.
Learn more at: www.mattersnetwork.org
Join the MATTERS referral network to strengthen treatment access and create a support system for those impacted by opioid use disorder.
Learn more at: www.mattersnetwork.org
November 11, 2025 at 3:07 PM
In Allegheny County, every connection matters.
Join the MATTERS referral network to strengthen treatment access and create a support system for those impacted by opioid use disorder.
Learn more at: www.mattersnetwork.org
Join the MATTERS referral network to strengthen treatment access and create a support system for those impacted by opioid use disorder.
Learn more at: www.mattersnetwork.org
Part two of our three-part series, written by our Harm Reduction Manager, Shelby Arena, explores the "who" of drug checking.
Read more: mattersnetwork.org/drug-chec...
Read more: mattersnetwork.org/drug-chec...
The "Who" of Drug Checking
Who benefits from drug checking technology? How do agencies include (or exclude) people who use drugs from these services? Read more...
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November 10, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Part two of our three-part series, written by our Harm Reduction Manager, Shelby Arena, explores the "who" of drug checking.
Read more: mattersnetwork.org/drug-chec...
Read more: mattersnetwork.org/drug-chec...
We’re thrilled to share that Shelby Arena & Mia Dickinson received the John Nelson Chappell Best Curriculum, Quality Improvement, & Program Abstract Award.
Recognized for their innovation in harm reduction, they’ll present during the AMERSA special plenary on Nov. 15.
Recognized for their innovation in harm reduction, they’ll present during the AMERSA special plenary on Nov. 15.
November 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM
We’re thrilled to share that Shelby Arena & Mia Dickinson received the John Nelson Chappell Best Curriculum, Quality Improvement, & Program Abstract Award.
Recognized for their innovation in harm reduction, they’ll present during the AMERSA special plenary on Nov. 15.
Recognized for their innovation in harm reduction, they’ll present during the AMERSA special plenary on Nov. 15.
Need care now?
Get virtual evaluations for opioid use disorder from trusted New York providers with fewer barriers and more support.
Download the MATTERS app or call 765-628-8377 to begin.
Get virtual evaluations for opioid use disorder from trusted New York providers with fewer barriers and more support.
Download the MATTERS app or call 765-628-8377 to begin.
November 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Need care now?
Get virtual evaluations for opioid use disorder from trusted New York providers with fewer barriers and more support.
Download the MATTERS app or call 765-628-8377 to begin.
Get virtual evaluations for opioid use disorder from trusted New York providers with fewer barriers and more support.
Download the MATTERS app or call 765-628-8377 to begin.
Order free naloxone wall boxes for your workplace, school, or community space.
Shipping and a supply of naloxone are included.
Visit: www.mattersnetwork.org/naloxone
Shipping and a supply of naloxone are included.
Visit: www.mattersnetwork.org/naloxone
November 3, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Order free naloxone wall boxes for your workplace, school, or community space.
Shipping and a supply of naloxone are included.
Visit: www.mattersnetwork.org/naloxone
Shipping and a supply of naloxone are included.
Visit: www.mattersnetwork.org/naloxone
Happy Halloween! 🎃
Candy panics distract from real public health concerns (University at Albany News, 2022).
Your candy is safe, and the rumors are the real scare. Have fun tonight!
Candy panics distract from real public health concerns (University at Albany News, 2022).
Your candy is safe, and the rumors are the real scare. Have fun tonight!
October 31, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Happy Halloween! 🎃
Candy panics distract from real public health concerns (University at Albany News, 2022).
Your candy is safe, and the rumors are the real scare. Have fun tonight!
Candy panics distract from real public health concerns (University at Albany News, 2022).
Your candy is safe, and the rumors are the real scare. Have fun tonight!
Access to #overdose prevention supplies can save lives.
Find a harm reduction vending machine in your area to get free naloxone and drug test strips, anytime you need them.
Locate one near you: mattersnetwork.org/vm
Find a harm reduction vending machine in your area to get free naloxone and drug test strips, anytime you need them.
Locate one near you: mattersnetwork.org/vm
October 29, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Access to #overdose prevention supplies can save lives.
Find a harm reduction vending machine in your area to get free naloxone and drug test strips, anytime you need them.
Locate one near you: mattersnetwork.org/vm
Find a harm reduction vending machine in your area to get free naloxone and drug test strips, anytime you need them.
Locate one near you: mattersnetwork.org/vm
Our live webinars take place every Tuesday and Thursday.
Join our next webinar to learn how to submit rapid referrals, explore our program's features, and get all your questions answered directly by our outreach team.
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 2:00 pm
Register now at zurl.co/vjtB9.
Join our next webinar to learn how to submit rapid referrals, explore our program's features, and get all your questions answered directly by our outreach team.
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 2:00 pm
Register now at zurl.co/vjtB9.
October 28, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Our live webinars take place every Tuesday and Thursday.
Join our next webinar to learn how to submit rapid referrals, explore our program's features, and get all your questions answered directly by our outreach team.
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 2:00 pm
Register now at zurl.co/vjtB9.
Join our next webinar to learn how to submit rapid referrals, explore our program's features, and get all your questions answered directly by our outreach team.
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 2:00 pm
Register now at zurl.co/vjtB9.
We know that taking the first step toward recovery isn't always easy.
That's why we partner with telemedicine providers across New York State to improve access to care and support for opioid use disorder, wherever you are.
Call 765-MATTERS (628-8377) to get connected today.
That's why we partner with telemedicine providers across New York State to improve access to care and support for opioid use disorder, wherever you are.
Call 765-MATTERS (628-8377) to get connected today.
October 27, 2025 at 4:10 PM
We know that taking the first step toward recovery isn't always easy.
That's why we partner with telemedicine providers across New York State to improve access to care and support for opioid use disorder, wherever you are.
Call 765-MATTERS (628-8377) to get connected today.
That's why we partner with telemedicine providers across New York State to improve access to care and support for opioid use disorder, wherever you are.
Call 765-MATTERS (628-8377) to get connected today.
Unregulated tranquilizers like #xylazine and medetomidine are showing up more often in the drug supply, creating new risks for people who use drugs.
This guide breaks down what you need to know to stay safe and informed.
This guide breaks down what you need to know to stay safe and informed.
October 24, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Unregulated tranquilizers like #xylazine and medetomidine are showing up more often in the drug supply, creating new risks for people who use drugs.
This guide breaks down what you need to know to stay safe and informed.
This guide breaks down what you need to know to stay safe and informed.
Thank you to Mallory Bryant from Horizon Health Services for sharing your experience with the new MATTERS Referral Platform©!
We're proud to support your team in improving referral efficiency and patient care.
We're proud to support your team in improving referral efficiency and patient care.
October 23, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Thank you to Mallory Bryant from Horizon Health Services for sharing your experience with the new MATTERS Referral Platform©!
We're proud to support your team in improving referral efficiency and patient care.
We're proud to support your team in improving referral efficiency and patient care.
Get support for opioid use disorder (OUD) without leaving home.
Residents of Allegheny County, PA, can access same-day telemedicine evaluations, referrals to treatment, and more.
Connect now: www.mattersnetwork.org/pa
Residents of Allegheny County, PA, can access same-day telemedicine evaluations, referrals to treatment, and more.
Connect now: www.mattersnetwork.org/pa
October 21, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Get support for opioid use disorder (OUD) without leaving home.
Residents of Allegheny County, PA, can access same-day telemedicine evaluations, referrals to treatment, and more.
Connect now: www.mattersnetwork.org/pa
Residents of Allegheny County, PA, can access same-day telemedicine evaluations, referrals to treatment, and more.
Connect now: www.mattersnetwork.org/pa
We are very excited to introduce our new Harm Reduction Coordinator, Jenni Thurston, MSW.
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The staff shows so much passion for continuing to improve and expand the program's positive impact and reach.
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The staff shows so much passion for continuing to improve and expand the program's positive impact and reach.
October 20, 2025 at 1:54 PM
We are very excited to introduce our new Harm Reduction Coordinator, Jenni Thurston, MSW.
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The staff shows so much passion for continuing to improve and expand the program's positive impact and reach.
What is your favorite aspect of the MATTERS program? The staff shows so much passion for continuing to improve and expand the program's positive impact and reach.
Not sure what nitazenes are?
Here are 4 quick facts to help you understand what they are and why it's important to stay informed.
Learn more at www.mattersnetwork.org/nitazenes
Here are 4 quick facts to help you understand what they are and why it's important to stay informed.
Learn more at www.mattersnetwork.org/nitazenes
October 17, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Not sure what nitazenes are?
Here are 4 quick facts to help you understand what they are and why it's important to stay informed.
Learn more at www.mattersnetwork.org/nitazenes
Here are 4 quick facts to help you understand what they are and why it's important to stay informed.
Learn more at www.mattersnetwork.org/nitazenes