Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS) is a significant and increasing public health issue, with estimates in the United States, one baby is diagnosed with NOWS every 19 minutes, which is close to 80 newborns diagnosed every day.

In an 18-month period in Ohio, more than 550 full-term infants with NOWS were identified in six children’s hospitals and their affiliates, which represent only 14% of Ohio newborn care sites (the tip of the iceberg).  

OPQC is committed to improving the care substance exposed infants receive through their NAS Project. Here, you can find resources that will explain NOWS in more detail, shed light on maternal opioid use disorder, and educate parents on the care of their new baby with NOWS.

MATERNAL OPIOID USE DISORDER

Pause Before You Prescribe (brochure for clinicians who prescribe to women of reproductive age)

Plans of Safe Care for Providers

Resources for Prescribing Clinicians

Understanding NAS as a Chronic Illness, by Dr. Ron Abrahams (video from our January 27, 2014 Learning Session)

Mother’s Journey through Addiction and Ohio Resources, by Dr. Krisanna Deppen (video from our January 27, 2014 Learning Session)

Maternal Opiate Medical Support (MOMS) Panel, by Dr. Michael Marcotte, Dr. Mona Prasad, and Dr. Jennifer Bailit (video from our June 26, 2014 Learning Session)

NOWS PRINT RESOURCES

Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome: A Guide for Families (booklet for patients and families)