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Mark Gladden brings both personal and professional experience to his role as co-founder of Present Moments Recovery. Now in long-term recovery himself after struggling with addiction for years, Mark understands firsthand the challenges men face in achieving and maintaining sobriety. It was this insight, combined with a desire to help others, that led Mark to establish Present Moments Recovery.

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April 19, 2023
Addiction and Recovery in California's Latinx Communities

California's Latinx communities are vibrant and filled with culture and community. But like other communities, some people live with substance […]

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April 13, 2023
California’s Gig Economy and the Addiction Crisis

California has long been known for its impeccable beaches, interesting people, lively culture, and open-minded atmosphere. For many people, a […]

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March 24, 2023
Street Drugs More Dangerous Due to Fentanyl, Other Adulterants

Many people have been prescribed opioids for pain management and later develop an addiction. However, while previously, people who used […]

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March 16, 2023
Fentanyl and Meth Seizure at Andrade's Port of Entry Was Largest Ever

Over a million dollars worth of fentanyl and methamphetamine were seized at the Andrade Port of Entry in late February, […]

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March 15, 2023
Free Naloxone Available in San Diego Vending Machines

People who use drugs in San Diego can now get up to six free doses of the overdose-reversal drug, Narcan, […]

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February 28, 2023
Facts About Fentanyl Addiction and MAT

Many people with opioid use disorder are addicted to fentanyl, the top cause of overdoses in America. MAT for fentanyl […]

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February 27, 2023
Workplace Injuries, Opioids and Addiction

Many people who work in high-stress environments also use substances recreationally, including opioids. Many people with opioid use disorder started […]

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February 7, 2023
Meth and Fentanyl: A Dangerous Combination

Meth and fentanyl are two drugs that have different effects. Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant drug made from chemicals […]

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January 20, 2023
California Invests $52 Million In MAT Providers

On January 11, 2022, The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) awarded $52 million to providers of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) […]

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January 10, 2023
The Hazards of Delta-9 THC

A type of THC extracted from industrial hemp has appeared across the US. Called Delta-9 THC, the extract promises users […]

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