The Iowa Department of Public Health has released a new mobile app to provide substance use information. The Screening, Brief Intervention & Referral to Treatment app allows you to quickly self-screen for risky or hazardous alcohol or drug use, provides health information, connects you with resources and makes referrals for treatment.
Studies show that people who received screening and brief intervention experienced 33 percent fewer non-fatal injuries, 37 percent fewer hospitalizations, 46 percent fewer arrests, and 50 percent fewer motor vehicle crashes. Other positive effects include reductions in alcohol consumption, successful referral to and participation in substance abuse treatment programs, and reduction in repeat injuries and hospitalizations. For more information, visit www.idph.state.ia.us/sbirt/Project.aspx.