Tips to Reverse an Opioid Overdose
Opioid misuse can result in potentially lethal overdoses that need immediate attention. During an opioid overdose, breathing slows down or stops, requiring fast treatment. Fortunately, if you witness this occurrence, you can take quick steps to reverse it. These opioid overdose tips provide instructions for action if someone you know overdoses on these drugs. How […]
What is Oxycodone Addiction?
Oxycodone is one of the most prescribed opioid painkillers in America, and also the most commonly misused. Most people have received a script for this potent pain reliever at least once in their lives from a doctor or dental professional to treat acute pain. Still, some people began taking it as a form of pain […]
Under-utilization of MAT in opioid addiction treatment
There is an old saying that goes, “use the correct tool for the job”. While that may often refer to automotive repairs or woodworking or some other “hands on” task, the same advice can be applied to most other aspects of life, whether that be computer software, verbal negotiation or the treatment of opioid addiction. […]
The National Institutes of Health Work to HEAL Communities Plagued with Opioid Addiction
It’s well established that modern opioid treatment programs, such as medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs are an effective approach to addressing opioid abuse disorders. Other tools, including prevention outreach and Naloxone intervention, have also proven their value in addressing addiction and overdose crisis facing the nation. The current challenge for treatment professionals is ensuring that these […]
Senior Citizen Opioid Addiction
Young people between the ages of 18 and 25 years are the largest section of the population that abuse prescription medication such as anti-anxiety drugs, opioid pain killers and stimulants used for treating ADHD. However, there’s a growing issue with opioid addiction within the senior citizen section of the population. This includes addiction to illicit […]
Prevalence of Opioid Use Disorder in the Military
With the rigorous missions American troops take on while enlisted, many often seek out pain management from doctors to deal with the physical impact on their bodies or injuries they sustained. Opioid pain killers are the most commonly prescribed treatment for these ailments. A study has shown that over 40% of the US infantry has […]
