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Sunday, February 26, 2023
Wright Old School Chocolate Announces a new website
DEA Announces Proposed Rules for Permanent Telemedicine Flexibilities
The proposed rules – developed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and in close coordination with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – propose to extend many of the flexibilities adopted during the public health emergency with appropriate safeguards.
The proposed rules do not affect:
Telemedicine consultations that do not involve the prescribing of controlled medications.
Telemedicine consultations by a medical practitioner that has previously conducted an in-person medical examination of a patient.
The proposed rules also would not affect:
Telemedicine consultations and prescriptions by a medical practitioner to whom a patient has been referred, as long as the referring medical practitioner has previously conducted an in-person medical examination of the patient.
The proposed rules would provide safeguards for a narrow subset of telemedicine consultations—those telemedicine consultations by a medical practitioner that has: never conducted an in-person evaluation of a patient; AND that result in the prescribing of a controlled medication. For these types of consultations, the proposed telemedicine rules would allow medical practitioners to prescribe:
a 30-day supply of Schedule III-V non-narcotic controlled medications;
a 30-day supply of buprenorphine for the treatment of opioid use disorder
without an in-person evaluation or referral from a medical practitioner that has conducted an in-person evaluation, as long as the prescription is otherwise consistent with any applicable Federal and State laws. The proposed rules are explained in further detail for patients and medical practitioners on DEA.gov.
“DEA is committed to ensuring that all Americans can access needed medications,” said DEA Administrator Anne Milgram. “The permanent expansion of telemedicine flexibilities would continue greater access to care for patients across the country, while ensuring the safety of patients. DEA is committed to the expansion of telemedicine with guardrails that prevent the online overprescribing of controlled medications that can cause harm.”
“Improved access to mental health and substance use disorder services through expanded telemedicine flexibilities will save lives,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “We still have millions of Americans, particularly those living in rural communities, who face difficulties accessing a doctor or health care provider in-person. At HHS, we are committed to working with our federal partners and stakeholders to advance proven technologies and lifesaving care for the benefit of all Americans.”
The proposed telemedicine rules also further DEA’s goal of expanding access to medication for opioid use disorder to anyone in the country who needs it. “Medication for opioid use disorder helps those who are fighting to overcome substance use disorder by helping people achieve and sustain recovery, and also prevent drug poisonings,” said DEA Administrator Milgram. “The telemedicine regulations would continue to expand access to buprenorphine for patients with opioid use disorder.”
The full text of the proposals may be found here and here. The public has 30 days to review and comment on the proposals, which DEA will then consider before drafting final regulations. DEA is appreciative of the public’s feedback.
For more information on DEA’s continued efforts to expand access to medications used in treatment for those suffering from opioid use disorder, visit: DEA’s Commitment to Expanding Access to Medication-Assisted Treatment.
Additional resources for patients can be found here:
Is My Prescription a Controlled Medication? Controlled-Non Controlled List (dea.gov)
Can My Medication be Prescribed through Telemedicine? Controlled Substance Guidance (dea.gov)
Additional resources for practitioners can be found here:
Proposed Rules Summary Telemedicine Rules Summary.pdf (dea.gov)
Proposed Rules Highlights for Medical Practitioners Telehealth Highlights Medical Practitioners.pdf (dea.gov)
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Drug Enforcement Administration |
Saturday, February 25, 2023
One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop - Mar 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM
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| One Path, Many Experiences: A Labyrinth Workshop - Mar 26, 2023 - 12:30 PM |
Franklin Senior Center: Building Update for Feb 27 - Mar 3 -> Café & Multipurpose Room to reopen (audio)
We have some great news- the Senior Center's Common Grounds Café and attached multipurpose room will be open and fully functional starting Monday, February 27! Although the rest of the building will be inaccessible, we will be able to have breakfast and lunch daily, as well as varied programming throughout the week!
Everyone will need to enter through the multi purpose room doors (to the left of the main entrance), as entrance into the lobby will be prohibited while construction is happening.
The programming schedule will be posted on our website and social media, or you can give us a call at 508-520-4945 to see what programs are available to you if you do not have computer access.
We can't wait to see all of your shining faces back at the Senior Center next week!
Thanks for your understanding and patience!
Franklin Senior Center Director
Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/franklin-ma-senior-center-building-status-update-02-24-23
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| programming schedule |
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| Franklin Senior Center: Building Update for Feb 27 - Mar 3 |
Rainbow Café - Tuesday, February 28 at 2:30 PM at the Franklin Senior Center
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| Rainbow Café |
Congressman Auchincloss: An Update for the past 2 weeks (2/25/23)
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Senior Story Hour - WFPR: Episode 050 - Valentine's Day, Groundhog Day, Presidents Day more (audio)
25 Forge Parkway - Notice of Intent - Conservation
25 Forge Parkway - Notice of Intent - Conservation
Shared from Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/25_forge_parkway_noi_public_hearing_notice.pdf
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| 25 Forge Parkway - Notice of Intent - Conservation |
Town of Franklin - Invitation for Bids (IFB): Monterey Drive Sewer Station Repair
Monterey Drive Sewer Station Repair
In accordance with MGL c. 30 section 39m, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a company for the purposes of upgrades at an existing sewer ejector station in the Town of Franklin.
Additional Information: Monterey Drive Sewer Station Repairs
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| Town of Franklin - Invitation for Bids (IFB): Monterey Drive Sewer Station Repair |
From CommonWealth Magazine - climate points of view: waterfront resilience & decarbonization roadmap gaps
"GOV. MAURA HEALEY’S recent appointment of the Commonwealth’s first cabinet level climate chief –Melissa Hoffer, joining from the Environmental Protection Agency – reflects the new administration’s belief that resiliency is a priority issue that spans public health, equity, the economy, and environmental sustainability.With key federal, state, and local players committed to rapidly advancing our efforts to address climate change, Massachusetts has both the scientific prowess and innovative spirit to be a global leader in addressing this critical issue. We also have an influx of new federal dollars, including funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, available to municipalities, states, and community-based organizations to fund resiliency efforts."
"GOV. MAURA HEALEY has gotten off to a good running start on implementing the Commonwealth’s plans to combat climate change by establishing an Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience within the governor’s office and appointing a climate chief. The state’s long range climate change plans are embodied in the “Massachusetts 2050 Decarbonization Road Map,” which aims to reduce Massachusetts greenhouse gas emissions by 85 percent of the 1990 baseline by 2050 and achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, through a near-total reliance on renewable energy sources and battery storage for electricity.If implemented, the plan will require a huge transformation of the electricity generation sector, shifting away from reliance on natural gas and other fossil fuels to generate electricity and instead relying on solar and wind sources. It would also require 100 percent electrification of building space and water heating and a massive increase in the number of electric vehicles, among other initiatives."
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| From CommonWealth Magazine - climate points of view: waterfront resilience & decarbonization roadmap gaps |
Friday, February 24, 2023
the Winter Farmers Market scheduled for Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 has been cancelled
Fairmount Fruit Farm announces:
"We are sad to announce that our 2.25 winter market has been cancelled.
We will however be stocked up and loaded with goodies from @sanobesuperfoods @b._food @boundless.bakery @woodlandfarmsma
Stay tuned for more posts and updates!"
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| the Winter Farmers Market scheduled for Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 has been cancelled |
Franklin's Event Outlook: Feb 24, 2023 to Mar 2, 2023
Friday, February 24
5:30pm - KJ's Con (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)
7:30pm - Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play (ticketed event) (Dean College)Saturday, February 25
10:00am - Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farm) Cancelled
10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
10:30am - Winter Beach Party (Franklin Public Library)
11:00am - Silent Saturday: The Freshman (free silent movie) (Franklin Public Library)
11:00am - Yoga in the Taproom (ticketed event) (67 Degrees Brewery)
2:00pm - Highwaymen Concert with Matt York (Franklin Public Library)
2:00pm - Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play (ticketed event) (Dean College)
5:30pm - Wicked West (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)
7:30pm - Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play (ticketed event) (Dean College)
8:00pm - Tracy Grammer (with Jim Henry) Concert (ticketed event) (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse)
Sunday, February 26
1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
2:00pm - Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play (ticketed event) (Dean College)
Wednesday, March 1 - First Day of Women's History Month
1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin Senior Center - cafeteria)
7:00pm - Franklin Art Association (Franklin Senior Center - cafeteria)
Thursday, March 2
6:30pm - Franklin LGBTQ Alliance - monthly meeting (Franklin Public Library)
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If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
The School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
