Pharmaceutical Lawsuits and the Opioid Crisis
It’s no surprise that opioid use and addiction is out of control in this country. Just pick up any newspaper, magazine of current events, or
May 29, 2020
Our Blog, Your Resource
We want to keep you informed with knowledge that can change your life, which is why we have created our blog to provide you with:
- New developments in addiction, treatment and recovery
- Answers to your most commonly asked questions
- Resources and tips to support you on your journey
Becoming a New Parent in Treatment
Motherhood is an incredibly awe-inspiring, life-changing experience, while often stressful for women with substance use disorder. Pregnancy rates among women who are actively using opioids
May 26, 2020
Does Medicare Cover Treatments for Opioid Addiction?
In October 2019, Congress passed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act. In addition to expanding resources for patients with opioid addiction, the act enabled
May 11, 2020
Sticking to Sobriety After Opioid Addiction
After you finish opioid addiction treatment, it takes an ongoing effort to stay on the path to recovery. With the right strategies and support, you
May 1, 2020
How to Prevent Opioid Relapse
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 40% to 60% of people with addiction experience relapse. This rate resembles the relapse risk for patients with
April 27, 2020
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,
April 20, 2020
Methadone Maintenance Treatment Pros and Cons
The opioid crisis continues to destroy lives in the United States, and few people receive the treatment they need to overcome addiction. Part of this
April 15, 2020
Why are Opioids in Medication used to Treat Opioid Use Disorder?
Since the first swell of heroin misuse in the late 1960’s and 70’s through the more recent epidemic that has spanned more than two decades,
March 31, 2020
COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease 2019: How to Stay Safe
The media whirlwind concerning the current outbreak of COVID-19 has been nothing short of overwhelming. With social media giving us constant updates on the latest
March 20, 2020
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
March 9, 2020
Subutex vs. Suboxone
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is one of the most effective ways to treat addiction to drugs or alcohol. Since methadone was introduced in the 1970s, MAT has
March 1, 2020
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
February 24, 2020