Resources


Helping Communities Respond Effectively to Overdoses: The Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program

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ODMAP provides public safety and public health agencies with the opportunity to respond to a crisis as it occurs.

Access to near real-time fatal and nonfatal overdose data can help public safety and public health agencies mobilize prevention and intervention responses. ODMAP is a tool that can enable communities to develop tailored interventions targeting specific geographic areas or high-risk individuals.

High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA)

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Access HIDTA resources, including a program summary, a map with regional contacts, an overdose response strategy, and emerging threats information.

The goals of the HIDTA program are to disrupt the market for illegal drugs by dismantling and disrupting drug trafficking and/or money laundering organizations; and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of HIDTA initiatives.  

Integrating Records Management Systems With the ODMAP Platform

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This document provides an overview of how to connect records management systems to ODMAP via an Application Program Interface (API).

Also included are considerations in developing the API and lessons learned from the Data Integration Project by Columbus Public Health.

ODMAP and Protected Health Information Under HIPAA: Guidance Document

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This document provides a description of the Privacy Rule, covered entities, permitted uses and disclosures, and how these interact with ODMAP.

The Legislative Analysis and Public Policy Association (LAPPA) has developed a guidance document that discusses the application of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and the Health and Human Services (HHS) Privacy Rule to ODMAP. 

ODMAP In the News

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Articles highlighting ODMAP implementation in communities across the nation are provided.

The news stories are offered in an easy-to-access format and include news on the ODMAP mobile app and the use of data and technology to combat the opioid epidemic.

ODMAP Spotlight Series: Saint Paul, Minnesota

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This ODMAP Spotlight highlights the Saint Paul, Minnesota, Police Department (SPPD) Community Outreach and Stabilization (COAST) Unit.

It describes how the SPPD use ODMAP data, including supporting its Recovery Access Program (RAP) that connects overdose survivors with community services and supports.

ODMAP Training Resources

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Find resources such as ODMAP policies and procedures, tutorials, training manuals, and weekly interactive demonstration trainings.

Featured training, such as virtual training via webinar, is offered, along with a link to the ODMAP YouTube Channel and a "Frequently Asked Questions" section.

ODMAP Webinar: Access, Assistance, and Resources

Webinar

Learn about the Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program (ODMAP), requesting agency access, available resources, and more.

This ODMAP webinar—new for 2020—focuses on the topics of access (including agency eligibility, associated processes, team members’ roles, and the participation agreement) and assistance and resources (including weekly online demonstrations, the ODMAP User Community, monthly newsletters, and the ODMAP Help Desk).

ODMAP YouTube Channel

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The ODMAP YouTube channel offers training and awareness videos developed by ODMAP Washington/Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas.

The platform allows interested persons to subscribe to the ODMAP YouTube Channel to receive updates as new videos are added.

ODMAP—Harnessing the Power of Data to Tackle Our Nation's Opioid Public Health Emergency

Webinar

View a demonstration of ODMAP and learn how two local jurisdictions are using this free mobile tool.

As underscored in the report by the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis (Commission), “our people are dying. More than 175 lives [are] lost every day” to the rising tide of opioid overdoses. Tackling this national emergency requires the power of collaboration (including the vital partnership between the public safety and public health communities), innovative strategies, and cutting-edge resources—all informed by accurate and timely data to maximize efficiencies and the chance for success in saving lives. One of the tools to support this critical fight is ODMAP. Developed by the Washington/Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), ODMAP provides real-time overdose surveillance data across jurisdictions to support public safety and public health efforts to mobilize an immediate response to an overdose spike. It links first responders on-scene to a free mapping tool that tracks overdoses to stimulate real-time response and strategic analysis across jurisdictions. ODMAP can be used in the field on any mobile device or data terminal connected to an agency’s computer-aided dispatch system, providing the ability to upload data and view the map in actual time.

Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program (ODMAP) Overview

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A comprehensive overview of ODMAP is presented, including implementation, featured training, and an explanation of how ODMAP works.

ODMAP provides near real-time suspected overdose surveillance data across jurisdictions to support public safety and public health efforts to mobilize an immediate response to a sudden increase, or spike in overdose events. It links first responders and relevant record management systems to a mapping tool to track overdoses to stimulate real-time response and strategic analysis across jurisdictions.

Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program (ODMAP) Webinar

Webinar

Learn about the Washington/Baltimore HIDTA's free, user-friendly mobile-capable tool, the Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program (ODMAP).

Launched in 2017, ODMAP is used to track the location of suspected fatal and nonfatal overdoses and the administration of naloxone by first responders. ODMAP provides near real-time suspected overdose data across jurisdictions to support efforts to mobilize an immediate response to a sudden increase or spike in overdose events. It links first responders and relevant record management systems (RMS) to a mapping tool to track overdoses to stimulate real-time response and strategic analysis across jurisdictions. An Application Programming Interface (API) has become a popular method for agencies to contribute data without creating additional reporting. The API allows an agency or state’s RMS to share data with ODMAP.

The Overdose Mapping Application Program (ODMAP) Platform and User Guide

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This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the ODMAP platform, examples of community application, and resources to support ODMAP adoption.

The document provides the history and background of ODMAP, describes the platform features, provides examples of ODMAP utilization for rapid responses, and provides resources to get started with ODMAP.

Using ODMAP Data to Target Prevention Activities

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Learn how the Alliance for Prevention and Wellness (APW) uses ODMAP data to target a broad range of substance use prevention and education activities to ZIP codes with the highest rate of overdoses.

This program brief includes information about campaign messages, campaign activities, direct-mail prevention education, educational materials in local businesses, wellness bags with educational materials, community Narcan trainings, New Haven Innovative Community Engagement, evaluation plans, and tips for other communities.