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ACMT Pre-Symposium
Wed. September 17

ACMT 26th Annual Clinical Pathological (CPC) Presentation Competition
Thu. September 18

Other ACMT Activities at #NACCT2025
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FIT Visiting Professor Lecture
FIT Roundtable
ACMT Scientific Symposium
ACMT Practice Symposium

Pre-Symposium | Beyond the Beat: Toxicology and Harm Reduction at Mass Gatherings

Join the American College of Medical Toxicology (ACMT) at the 2025 North American Congress of Clinical Toxicology (NACCT) in Chicago from September 17-21. The ACMT Pre-Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 will explore the fascinating topic of Toxicology and Harm Reduction at Mass Gatherings.

Join us for an engaging full-day pre-symposium exploring the complex toxicological landscape of mass gatherings, from raves to music festivals. As these events continue to draw large crowds with distinct patterns of substance use and environmental stressors, staying informed is critical. This session provides a comprehensive overview of emerging drug trends, environmental risk factors, and harm reduction strategies. Attendees will gain practical insights into evidence-based interventions and strategies designed to reduce harm, manage medical crises, and improve outcomes for attendees. Tailored for healthcare providers interested in clinical toxicology, this pre-symposium is your chance to stay at the forefront of research and practice in this dynamic area of public health and emergency response.

Learner Objectives

1. Describe drug trends and risk profiles, including substances encountered at mass gatherings like novel psychoactive substances, synthetic drugs, and recreational drugs.
2. Explain how environmental and physical stressors, such as crowd density and temperature, impact toxicological risk and emergency response.
3. Outline harm reduction and public health initiatives, including on-site medical services, peer education, and policies that improve outcomes.
4. Discuss the medical and legal challenges in managing overdoses and crises, highlighting law enforcement collaboration and event team preparedness.

Registration information can be found on the NACCT website at: www.clintox.org/nacct

ACMT Pre-Symposium Agenda | September 17, 2025

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