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How MAT Helped Nikki to Heal

Nikki's doctors prescribed her opioids for her chronic pain condition.
Nikki
Nikki

Nikki developed an opioid use disorder and ultimately needed to find treatment. Medications for opioid use disorder (MAT) are part of Nikki's treatment along with taking care of her physical and emotional health. MAT is an effective treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD).

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