It is a scary scenario we have encountered many times with our VRC residents and alumni. Imagine if you were making tremendous strides overcoming addiction in recovery only to have…
We often like to keep our eyes on new books that touch upon recovery and one, in particular, does seem to offer an interesting perspective on the cycle of using.…
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…
We can certainly learn a lot from other big cities across the country. Though we're west coast based, we continuously have our eye on what's happening in New York and…
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…
Whether you're a professional, in college or actively involved in community teams; being an athlete can take a tremendous physical toll on the body. And understandably, when injuries occur, players…
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…
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…
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…
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…
A story like this one is almost a mixed blessing. On the one hand, it is incredibly inspiring to hear that lives are being saved because of liver transplants. But…
Throughout his candidacy and now presidency, Donald Trump has continuously called out alcoholism as a personal topic for him and his family. The Commander-in-Chief openly admitted that his brother, Fred Trump, lost his life…
America's painkiller epidemic is definitely stretching into criminal territory. This past week, U.S. officials recorded the largest seizure of illegal fentanyl in our country's history, at a total of 295…
In 2019, it's hard to peruse through a news site without encountering at least one story about America's opioid crisis. And, as a recent Yahoo News article explained, it truly is an "American"…
As Dry January comes to a close, some interesting stories have been coming forth about a trend to remove all alcohol from people's lives. For many, the choice to first drink may…
A dependency can rear its head in many different ways. Sadly, there are a myriad of substances that can take over someone's life and send them spiraling into addiction. But…
If you've been following the political headlines, then you're well aware of the partial government shutdown ordered by President Donald Trump. It is, in fact, the longest shutdown in U.S. history. But as…
Being based in California, we always keep an eye on local stories that relate to addiction. And one of the more shocking ones (which received national headlines) occurred up north,…
Where could the future of addiction be headed? Well if you happen to look at the latest headlines, the answer may be: A very dangerous place. In today's world,…
We always appreciate an effective, hard-hitting public service announcement. And over in Arizona, some creative advertising execs have put together a moving piece about America's opioid crisis. Truth be told, this…
Ever wonder what the chances are that an average American will die from an opioid overdose? What if we told you they were higher than being killed in a car…
As perceptions change about marijuana and the dangers associated with it, more and more states are taking a lighter stance on the drug. Colorado may be the primary example of that, having…
With America's opioid epidemic claiming tens of thousands of lives each year, it's not surprising to hear that numerous companies are jumping in to lend support. And on the tech…
Substance abuse can tear apart a person's life in many ways. Beyond the health and emotional tolls an addiction can cause, there are other factors to consider. One, in particular,…
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