Read more about the article Massachusetts Begins New Prison Recovery Program
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Massachusetts Begins New Prison Recovery Program

We always keep our eye out for innovative sobriety tactics happening throughout the country. And this past week, Massachusetts made headlines for kicking off a revolutionary new recovery program within their prison…

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Read more about the article A ‘Sober Curious’ Movement Is Emerging
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A ‘Sober Curious’ Movement Is Emerging

It is common knowledge that "supply and demand" drives how modern businesses operate. And in recent months, that model appears to shifting away from wine and spirits. Bars now specialize…

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Read more about the article Opioid Lawsuit May Cost Purdue Pharma $270 Million
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Opioid Lawsuit May Cost Purdue Pharma $270 Million

This week may have marked a major victory for those who have been impacted by the country's opioid crisis. Per several major news sites, pharmaceutical behemoth Purdue Pharma has now agreed to settle…

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Addiction Recovery Through Art

If you're familiar with our practices at VRC, then you're well aware of the Art Therapy program we have in place and how it has helped countless alumni successfully complete their recovery journeys.…

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Meth Seizures Are On The Rise

Tragically, drug abuse can cause damage on multiple levels. We are all aware of the life threatening dangers of an overdose, but let's not forget about the tremendous physical toll…

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Read more about the article Clean Living Through Ice Climbing
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Clean Living Through Ice Climbing

Over the history of our blogs, we've explored many unconventional ways to overcome addictions. Whether it's wolf therapy, archery or what have you; a physical outlet can be a very…

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Fresno School Takes Stand Against Alcoholism

It is nice to see recovery advocates take a stand on a local level. And in our home state of California, students from Fresno-based Roosevelt High School are sending out a clear…

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Read more about the article Public School Teachers Share Addiction Stories
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Public School Teachers Share Addiction Stories

They often say that public school teachers are on the front lines when it comes to issues plaguing American children. And in a recent survey, over 2,200 them admitted to…

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UFC President Speaks Out On Addiction

With millions of viewers around the world, it's safe to say that the Ultimate Fighting Championship (aka the UFC) knows how to leave a lasting impact. And this month, company president Dana White is using…

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Rewards During Recovery

We are always interested in hearing about new and unique approaches to recovery. And over in Canada, a noted treatment center is testing out a prize reward system for those…

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‘Black Balloon Day’ Honors Opioid Victims

This past week, you may have noticed a few extra black balloons in the sky (or at least on the news sites).  That's because a special nationwide tribute was held…

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Opioid Town Hall Brings Awareness To Epidemic

Historically, Town Halls have come to represent large conversations on topics that are shaping our nation. And true to form, one of the most high profile examples of that is the 55-minute…

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Read more about the article 3,000 People Enter 5k To ‘Erase The Stigma’
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3,000 People Enter 5k To ‘Erase The Stigma’

We love hearing about communities banding together to help fight addiction. And over in Delaware, a strong movement has been taking place to bring awareness and support for the recovery…

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Read more about the article Massive Fentanyl Bust In New York
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Massive Fentanyl Bust In New York

What makes the synthetic opioid fentanyl so scary? The fact that just a small portion of it can cause tremendous damage. This past week in Westchester County, New York, authorities seized five…

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Read more about the article Google Maps Joins The Addiction Fight
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Google Maps Joins The Addiction Fight

When you think of new tools to combat addiction, Google Maps isn't something that immediately comes to mind. But the tech GPS app is making some strides for those who may fall…

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Stone Cold Recovery

As we all know, recovery is nationwide and people in different states have different approaches on how to treat addiction. Over in Alaska, for example, a special movement is taking…

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Read more about the article Street Drug Prices Are Going Up
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Street Drug Prices Are Going Up

It's not often you read an addiction story on the pages of the business site Bloomberg, but this week they published an interesting article illustrating the financial impact of a serious narcotics…

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Read more about the article How Facebook Groups Are Helping Addiction Survivors
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How Facebook Groups Are Helping Addiction Survivors

If you happen to follow Valley Recovery Center, then you're probably well aware of the Facebook Alumni Group we set up and how it has been helping people who have been through…

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Read more about the article Painkiller Distributor Called Out By FDA
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Painkiller Distributor Called Out By FDA

In the scary climate of the U.S. opioid crisis, it makes sense that the Food & Drug Administration would crack down on distributors who aren't following the rules. And apparently the medical…

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Celebrating Recovery Advocate Jodie Sweetin

For the past several years, we have proudly attended The Experience, Strength and Hope Awards; which honors addiction survivors. And 2019 marks a very special occasion for this event, as ESH (as we…

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New Warning Issued For Over-The-Counter Med

We always try to keep an eye on stories that touch upon new forms of addictions.  And one of the latest concerns an unusual over-the-counter med that is meant prevent…

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Read more about the article Embracing Sober Sports Experiences
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Embracing Sober Sports Experiences

Earlier this month, one of the biggest sports events of the year occurred. Super Bowl Sunday undoubtedly gathered millions of people in front of the TV. And with that came millions of…

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