Saskatchewan residents now have more options for addictions treatment after the launch of the virtual assistance to addictions medicine (VAAM) program. They are already looking at other rural and remote locations with pharmacies for phase two of the VAAM program. So, that is why the hours are seven days a week, 8am to 8pm,” said Troy Neiszner, Director of Mental Health and Addictions Services, in Regina. The Saskatchewan Health Authority has developed this new approach to help provide life-saving addiction treatments to those who are looking for help, especially for those in rural and remote communities. And for those individuals who are struggling with opioid use, the medication can also help prevent overdose,” explained Neiszner.