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Mindful Sips: Opioid Overdose and Opioid Use Disorder Prevention Symposium

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Sep

21

2026

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cost: Free

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Mindful Sips is a seminar series raising awareness of alcohol and substance use disorders and the diverse factors involved in its development.

RSVP here by September 13

Description

This symposium will bring together researchers from across UT and community partners to discuss opioid use disorder (OUD) and overdose prevention, recovery and treatment, offering scientific perspectives to help combat the stigma surrounding OUD.

The program includes keynote talks, naloxone training and a panel discussion, with a lunch break to connect with speakers.

Lunch, snacks and refreshments will be served throughout the day, and attendees are welcome to ask questions and connect with the speakers.

Please RSVP by September 13, 2026.

For questions and feedback, contact Dr. Marion Friske.

Location

Health Discovery Building (HDB) Auditorium (1.208)

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