Mexico Touts Alternative Recovery Treatment

There is no denying that our country is in the midst of a full blown addiction crisis. With millions losing their lives and livelihoods to opioid dependencies, it's understandable that…

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Naloxone Giveaways Gaining Popularity

We continue to hear time and again how finances play a big role in hindering recovery efforts. Millions across the country avoid entering treatment because of a lack of funds…

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Google Creates New Recovery Website

We are always excited to see recovery-related stories make headlines and this week, our industry got quite a boost from the tech giant Google. The famed search engine publicly announced…

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The Benefits Of Quitting Alcohol

We have seen alcohol wreak havoc on so many lives. Excessive drinking can tear apart families, cost people their livelihood and even result in premature death. But there are many…

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Opioid Manufacturer Purdue Pharma Files For Bankruptcy

If you've been following our blogs, then you're well aware of the company Purdue Pharma. One of the leading opioid manufactures (and primary dispenser of OxyContin), they've brought in billions…

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Read more about the article More Lung Illnesses Tied To Vaping
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More Lung Illnesses Tied To Vaping

For the most part, vaping is a newer phenomenon in the world of addiction. Not much is known about its long term effects, but experts are quickly chiming in about…

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Read more about the article Unproven Treatments Now Utilized To Help Opioid Addicts
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Unproven Treatments Now Utilized To Help Opioid Addicts

As we all know, America's opioid addiction problem has reached full-blown crisis mode. With hundreds of thousands of fatal overdoses each year, treatment centers are rushing to find ways to…

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NPR Looks At The History Of Fentanyl

If you've been following our blogs, then you're well aware of the fentanyl epidemic that's taken thousands of lives. Often thought of as an extension of the opioid crisis, this…

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Celebrating 30 Years Of Recovery Month

September happens to be a very important month for those in our field. That's because from now until the 30th, people across the country band together to promote National Recovery…

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Read more about the article Surgeon General Speaks Out On Marijuana Addiction
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Surgeon General Speaks Out On Marijuana Addiction

We recently published a story about the dangerous strains of marijuana (specifically "concentrates") and the new risks involved as this drug becomes more legally available. Well now U.S. Surgeon General…

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Read more about the article Talking To Your Boss About Addiction
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Talking To Your Boss About Addiction

In our field, we come across many "functional addicts." This, of course, describes people who are battling a substance abuse or alcohol issue, but also manage to hold down a…

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A Warning About Marijuana ‘Concentrates’

There is no denying that America's perception of marijuana has changed drastically over the past decade. Once deemed a dangerous, addictive drug, it is now legal in several states and…

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Read more about the article 5 Drinks A Week Could Shorten Your Life
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5 Drinks A Week Could Shorten Your Life

We've often reported back on the dangers of binge drinking or consuming massive amounts of alcohol in one sitting. But what about those who take in smaller quantities on a…

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Read more about the article Candidate Pete Buttigieg Addresses Addiction
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Candidate Pete Buttigieg Addresses Addiction

With the 2020 presidential campaign on the horizon, many potential candidates are getting vocal about key issues. Indiana mayor Pete Buttigieg has been grabbing several headlines with his liberal policies,…

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Read more about the article The Consequences Of Choosing Not To Help
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The Consequences Of Choosing Not To Help

There are many times at Valley Recovery Center where we receive calls from people who are addicted and in need. Then, there are other times (a good portion, in fact)…

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Read more about the article Hard Water Aims To Attract More Drinkers
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Hard Water Aims To Attract More Drinkers

If you've been following Super Bowl commercials or even the highlighted items in your local grocery store, then you're probably aware of the enormous popularity of sparkling water. Brands like…

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Read more about the article Vaping Leading To More Hospitalizations
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Vaping Leading To More Hospitalizations

There is no doubt that "vaping" is one of the newest addiction trends to emerge over the past decade. But exactly how dangerous are the long term effects? That is…

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Read more about the article The Dangerous Combination Of Opioids & Cannabis
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The Dangerous Combination Of Opioids & Cannabis

We all know about the tremendous damage that painkillers can have on someone battling a dependency. But imagine how much more it can be magnified when you involve other substances.…

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Read more about the article ‘Bupe Bus’ Gains National Attention
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‘Bupe Bus’ Gains National Attention

Previously, we discussed a medication making major strides in combating the country's opioid crisis. Named buprenorphine, it has become a powerful agent in helping ween people off their addictions; particularly…

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Read more about the article Addiction Repercussions In The Digital Age
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Addiction Repercussions In The Digital Age

Of course we all know that substance abuse creates serious health risks, can tear apart families and costs people their livelihood. But there are lesser known ripple effects that are…

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Read more about the article Does Drug Use Increase During Summer?
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Does Drug Use Increase During Summer?

For most people, the summer is an exciting time. The warm long days offer an added excuse to get out, have fun and (truth be told) indulge. And now, it…

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Read more about the article Fentanyl Now Considered A ‘Weapon Of Mass Destruction’
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Fentanyl Now Considered A ‘Weapon Of Mass Destruction’

Just how deadly is the synthetic opioid fentanyl? It has wreaked so much havoc across the U.S. that the Pentagon and Department of Homeland Security reportedly considered classifying it as…

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