Drug Overdose Deaths Hit 100,000 for the First Time in the U.S.
Drug overdose deaths hit a new high in 2020, with over 100,000 people dying across the U.S. – driven largely by the pandemic, which negatively impacted people in many ways. To put that in perspective, that’s over 10 people dying every hour.
Th…
Drug Addiction and Mental Health: What You Need to Know
The past year has been stressful on all of us. Faced with months of isolation due to the global pandemic, many of us have been dealing with a variety of mental health issues. Increased levels of stress, bouts of depression, and general mental fat…
Buprenorphine, Naloxone, Suboxone: What You Need to Know
Often people confuse Buprenorphine, Naloxone, Suboxone and it is important to know the similarities, differences and what each is used for.
What is Buprenorphine?
Buprenorphine is used as a replacement drug used to treat heroin and methadon…
Coping With Drug Withdrawal Diarrhea and Stomach Pain
Going through withdrawal is one of the hardest things someone could go through. Along with the constant cravings, many people experience symptoms like sweating, anxiety, insomnia, muscles aches, and blurry vision. Some of the later stage symptoms…
What You Need To Know About Opioid Use During Pregnancy
Pregnancy, whether it is planned or not, is a life changing experience. It can also be frightening and stressful, especially for women who are also dealing with an opioid addiction. Trying to do the best thing for your baby can be incredibly diff…
Is Subutex Safe to Take When Pregnant?
Pregnancy can be a wonderful and exciting adventure. It can also be frightening, difficult, and worrying, especially if it is unexpected or comes at a difficult time in your life. Perhaps you have been thinking about getting clean and seeking hel…
Stages of Alcoholism: When Is It a Problem?
Alcoholism is one of the most prevalent forms of addiction affecting Americans. Nearly 13.8 million Americans over the age of 18 have a drinking problem; 8.1 million of those suffer from alcoholism. If you are worried that you or someone close to…
Everything You Need to Know About Suboxone
What is Suboxone you ask? Well, Suboxone is one of the most common drugs prescribed to help treat opioid addiction. It is commonly prescribed at the start of treatment and patients continue to take it until they have fully overcome their addictio…
Taking Benadryl with Suboxone: What You Need to Know
Allergy season is upon us and like the thousands of other allergy sufferers you are looking for relief from itchy eyes, congestion, runny noses, and hives. Most people will find relief with antihistamines like Benadryl. However, you also are curr…
What Are The Benefits Of Outpatient Addiction Clinics?
One of the first choices you will have to make when seeking treatment for your addiction is what type of clinic is best for you: inpatient or outpatient. Most people imagine rehab as an inpatient process, where they spend a few weeks away from th…
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