Walmart Takes Stand Against Opioid Addiction
As one of the biggest pharmacy chains in the country, Walmart has often been put under fire for not taking a harsher stance against the opioid crisis (as competitors like CVS recently…
As one of the biggest pharmacy chains in the country, Walmart has often been put under fire for not taking a harsher stance against the opioid crisis (as competitors like CVS recently…
For generations now, TV watchers have had the opportunity to see anti-addiction PSA's flash across their small screens. Whether it was the D.A.R.E. campaign of the 1980's or the frying egg which…
We've always known that there are links between addiction and suicide. Depression, in particular, is often an offshoot of a dependency (particularly when it relates to alcoholism). But did you…
Though he played amazingly for teams like the Boston Celtics and the Denver Nuggets, former NBA star Chris Herren may actually leave a bigger legacy for his outstanding recovery work. Since his retirement from professional…
Losing someone to addiction is one of the worst experiences a family member can go through. And if you're in the public eye, the pain can often feel even more…
If you happen to be in the Ventura County area this Thursday (or want to lend your voice in the fight against the opioid crisis), we recommend putting the Simi Prescription…
Mark your calendars. This Saturday, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is pushing out a major movement called National Drug Take-Back Day. The concept is simple. Through media and online promotions, people…
Just because Las Vegas is the gambling capital of the country doesn't mean that other states aren't being hit hard by betting addictions. With the rise of online gaming, sports…
How early is too early to begin educating children about the dangers of drugs? In Ohio (a state that happens to be hit the hardest by America's opioid crisis) the…
Clearly the topic of addiction is something that should be shielded from children (whenever possible). But sometimes it takes a different way of thinking to spread the word about just…
Nothing can illustrate the ravages of addiction more than a casket with a loved one inside. And tragically, these instances are happening more and more thanks to the surge of…
This week, Forbes put out a very interesting article about a new industry that appears to be booming. In a top trending article on their site, they profiled several non-alcoholic spirits companies…
For decades, news stories have been publicizing the nefarious actions of America's drug cartels. Whether it's cocaine, heroin, or what have you, these organized crime syndicates have built literal empires…
In the modern world, one of the most effective ways of advertising is through the Google search engine. Billions of people use it daily and, through its unique marketing features, anyone who…
With the opioid crisis on the rise nationwide, it does make sense for employers to monitor and promote sobriety in the workplace. And for decades now, the common way of…
We certainly don't need to go into the horrific overdose rates brought about by the nation's opioid addiction crisis. But recently, a much more dangerous mixture has entered the equation…
For those who think it's difficult to turn your life around after an addiction, we give to you the story of MyPillow. This unique startup, which sells sleep items via TV…
A few decades back, it never seemed feasible that children could fall prey to a gambling addiction. With casinos enforcing strict "21 And Over" policies and hard regulations for lottery…
Eating right is certainly an important part of treatment process. Cleansing the body with a detox diet, focusing on health and removing internal toxins can do wonders for people who…
You may not think America's opioid epidemic is affecting you directly, but the truth is you're wrong. Even if no one in your inner circle is facing a painkiller dependency…
WIRED isn't a magazine you initially think of when it comes to addiction and recovery. The famed tech publication is much more famous for delivering stories about Google or programatic algorithms.…
Within the past decade, tens of thousands of Americans have lost their lives because of opioid and painkiller addictions. And now, the National Safety Council is aiming to address that with a…
It's easy to get skeptical when you see the words "alcoholism" and "cure" in the same sentence. But scientists are continuing to pursue new ways to curb people's drinking habits…
We love publishing positive stories from our home state. And this week, our neighbors from the south in San Diego made an important move in the battle against addiction. The…