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December 20, 2023
Polysubstance Abuse: Benzodiazepines and Opioids

Benzodiazepines and opioids are often used together, especially with the number of people who are prescribed anxiety pills annually. Over […]

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September 22, 2023
Addiction and Dependence: Understanding Basic Differences

Many people who take prescription medications are warned by their doctors about addiction. Drugs like anti-anxiety medications and opioid painkillers […]

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July 18, 2023
5 Age-Related Factors That Contribute to SUD in Older Adults

Substance use disorder (SUD)  is growing among older adults in America. Like all addictions, this public health concern requires attention […]

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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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December 16, 2022
Justice Dept, DEA Say Social Media Companies Need to Help Fight Fentanyl

Drug dealing has gone high-tech, especially during the pandemic. It's easy for people to set up an account on apps […]

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October 7, 2022
Defendant Found Guilty in Tragic Death Of An Active-Duty San Diego Marine

SAN DIEGO – Two years after the tragic overdose of an active-duty lance corporal in the United States Marine Corps, […]

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June 7, 2022
The Benefits Of Sublocade for MAT

Sublocade is a type of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) available for people with opioid use disorder. Like a few other medications, […]

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October 21, 2021
Which Prescription Drugs Are Most Addictive?

Are you or somebody you love taking an addictive drug? Are you abusing them? Many people are prescribed drugs by […]

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September 13, 2021
Warning Signs of Prescription Drug Addiction

Many people take prescription medications under the supervision of their doctors. However, some drugs that are prescribed have the potential […]

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August 20, 2021
Benzo Dope: A Dangerous and Addictive New Street Drug

A new drug combination called “benzo dope” has hit the streets of North America. The drug, which refers to benzodiazepine-adulterated […]

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