Understanding the Complexities of Opioid Dependence

Something that was touted by pharmaceutical companies and some doctors as the answer to pain after surgery has become a national scourge. It was meant to be used short term, but opioids added something else to the mix. Once some patients felt the euphoria opioids provide, they couldn’t live without it. Understanding the complexities of

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Opioids and the Rise in New Hepatitis C Infections

Dangerous illegal drugs have ravaged generations of Americans. From the hallucinogens of the 60s, cocaine in the 70s and 80s, to the quick dependence on opioids, and now life-threatening fentanyl in our country, today no one is safe. Now a new dangerous link has been discovered: opioids and the rise of new Hepatitis C infections.

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Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women and Methadone

Opioid use before and during pregnancy has increased dramatically in the last few years just like in the general population. The good news is that mothers with opioid use disorder can have a healthy pregnancy if managed effectively during this time. Learning more about pregnant and breastfeeding women and methadone can help keep more mothers

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Signs You or a Loved One May Have a Prescription Drug Dependence

Prescription drugs are useful for many of us. We need them to help recover from surgery, fractures and breaks, anxiety, and many other medical issues. However, there are certain drugs which tend to make people more vulnerable to dependence. There is surely a crisis in our country at the moment. Watch out for signs you

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Suboxone for Opioid Use Disorder: Your Questions Answered

When someone you love has an opioid dependence, your life can become shattered. You want to help, but you don’t know how. Maybe it’s you who allowed yourself to use them for pain too often and too long after a surgery. Whatever your familiarity and relationship with opioids, you will be pleased to know about

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