The Shift: Claims Upon Which Relief Can be Granted for Medication-Assisted Treatment-A Survey of Rokita v. Pennsylvania Department of Corrections

Authors

Kiara R. DouglassFollow

Abstract

Opioid addiction is a rising issue in the United States and is continually recognized as a public health issue. This epidemic is also rising inside prison walls. In fact, the risk of overdose death associated with opioid use is higher for individuals recently incarcerated compared to individuals who are free in society. To counteract the epidemic and help those with addiction, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs are being used more frequently. However, the lack of availability of MAT programs in prisons continues to be a concern.

Recommended Citation

Douglass, Kiara R. (2024) "The Shift: Claims Upon Which Relief Can be Granted for Medication-Assisted Treatment-A Survey of Rokita v. Pennsylvania Department of Corrections," Widener Commonwealth Law Review: Vol. 33: Iss. 2, Article 5.
Available at: https://cwldc.widener.edu/wclr/vol33/iss2/5