Description
May 21, 2025 | 12:00-1:00 PM 2-C Drugs and Novel Psychoactive Substances in New England
Description:
The landscape of illicit substances is continuously evolving, with the emergence of novel psychoactive substances posing increasing challenges to healthcare professionals. Among these, the 2-C series of drugs, which are known for their combined hallucinogenic and stimulant properties, have garnered increase attention and concern. This presentation aims to educate on the pharmacology and risks associated with 2-C drugs, details the recognition of intoxication with these substances, outlines initial management strategies, and explore current trends in novel substances within the New England Region. The goal is to enhance the ability of healthcare professionals to identify, understand, and respond effectively to individuals who may be using these emerging substances.
Learning Objectives:
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- Identify and describe the core components of 2-C Drug
- Recognize the key signs and symptoms of intoxication
- Outline treatment management strategies and potential complications
- Discuss the emergence of novel illicit substances in the New England Region
Presenters:
Michael Yu is a certified specialist in poison information with the Northern New England Poison Center. He is a Doctor of Pharmacy with a second major in microbiology, currently working towards his clinical certification in toxicology. In his free time, he enjoys winter hikes and climbing.
Karen Simone, PharmD. Dr. Karen Simone is the Director of the Northern New England Poison Center, which serves the States of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. She is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine. She received her Doctorate in Pharmacy from the University of Cincinnati in 1994, became a Diplomate of the American Board of Applied Toxicology in 1998 and became a Fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology in 2011. She has served on the MaineHealth board associated behavioral health, and the associated quality committee, since 2013. She is the current Maine Behavioral Healthcare Board Chair.
Continuing Medical Education:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education and CCSME. The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education is accredited by the Maine Medical Association Committee on Continuing Medical Education and Accreditation to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education designates this regularly scheduled series for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
*Nurses and Nurse Practitioners will be awarded a certificate of participation with a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™.
Contact Hours 1 contact hours for social workers, licensed clinical professional counselors, and behavioral health professionals.
1 Category 1 Contact hours for psychologists. CCSME is a pre-approved sponsor and provider of Professional Education Activities for Psychologists.
1 contact hours for Alcohol and Drug Counselors pending approval by the Maine Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
1 contract hours CHES. CCSME is a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission of Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
