Drug overdose is a critical medical emergency that can cause potential death. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, an overdose may be intentional or un…
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What is fentanyl?
Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid analgesic similar to morphine but can be 50 to 100 times more powerful. It's often used to treat patients wi…
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Many parts of the United States, including Washington State, are experiencing outbreaks of COVID-19. This has disrupted normal life significantly. The state has take…
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is spreading rapidly around the globe. This highly contagious respiratory illness has disrupted life as we knew it. It has impacted ne…
The COVID-19 pandemic has been exceptionally challenging for everyone, but especially so for people in recovery from substance use disorders. One of the key challeng…
During the 1960s, drugs were symbolic of rebellion as young people protested war and social injustice. The federal government responded by stopping research into the…
If you were to close your eyes and picture an addict, you would probably see a person who has hit rock bottom. You would see someone whose appearance and health have…
This is a question, like most questions involving the complexity of human genes, that doesn’t have a simple “yes” or “no” answer. The short answer is that genetics c…
According to the American Society of Addiction Medicine, addiction is defined as “a treatable, chronic medical disease involving complex interactions among brain cir…
People in alcohol or drug rehabs often hear the same thing: When they're in the early stages of recovery, it's not a good idea to pursue romantic relationships. But …
OxyContin is a brand name drug that contains the generic medication oxycodone in a timed-release formula. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs called opioid analges…
For individuals and families who are battling addiction, one of the most intimidating things about getting help is the length of rehab. Taking several weeks off from…
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