Opioid Addiction Recovery

Summary This article offers a practical guide to navigating opioid relapse, providing actionable steps for regaining sobriety. It emphasizes relapse as a part of recovery, not a failure, and offers strategies for managing triggers, seeking […]

Summary This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to identify drug addiction, focusing on physical, behavioral, and psychological signs. It offers advice on initiating conversations, supporting loved ones, and seeking professional help. Remember, early […]

Summary California combats the opioid crisis by making reversal drugs affordable and accessible online. This initiative aims to reduce overdose deaths and empower communities to save lives. The program offers naloxone at a significantly reduced […]

Summary Apremilast, an anti-inflammatory drug, shows promise in treating alcohol use disorder (AUD) and related pain. It reduces alcohol intake and pain sensitivity, potentially offering a dual-action therapy. Further research is needed to confirm its […]

Summary A shocking number of U.S. jails fail to offer medication for opioid use disorder. This article explores the issue, examining available treatments and the barriers to wider implementation. The lack of access to life-saving […]

Summary A significant decline in U.S. overdose deaths marks a turning point in the fight against addiction. Multiple factors, including increased access to naloxone and community-based prevention efforts, contribute to this positive trend. Sustained public […]

Summary The opioid crisis continues to plague America, prompting the renewal of the public health emergency declaration. This action facilitates sustained federal coordination and crucial research into effective treatments. The renewal underscores the ongoing commitment […]

Summary This article examines the evolving opioid crisis in the U.S., focusing on the shift in affected populations and the rise of fentanyl. It explores various recovery programs, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), counseling, and support […]

Summary Medicaid cuts threaten access to opioid addiction treatment for millions, jeopardizing progress made in combating the opioid crisis. This could lead to increased overdoses and deaths, as those who lose coverage may be unable […]

Summary The Trump administration’s drug policy prioritizes reducing overdose fatalities, securing the supply chain, preventing drug use, and expanding access to effective treatment and recovery services. It emphasizes a multi-pronged approach, including harm reduction, border […]