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Chico, CA May Be Facing An Overdose Crisis
Being based in California, we always keep an eye on local stories that relate to…
America Is In The Midst Of A 'Synthetic Drug Crisis'
Where could the future of addiction be headed? Well if you happen to look…
New PSA Highlights The Trappings Of Addiction
We always appreciate an effective, hard-hitting public service announcement. And over in Arizona, some creative advertising…
Opioids Now One Of America's Leading Causes Of Death
Ever wonder what the chances are that an average American will die from an opioid…
How Has Marijuana Legalization Changed Colorado?
As perceptions change about marijuana and the dangers associated with it, more and more states are taking…
New App May Be Able To Detect Overdoses
With America's opioid epidemic claiming tens of thousands of lives each year, it's not surprising…
The Financial Burdens Of Addiction
Substance abuse can tear apart a person's life in many ways. Beyond the health and…
Firefighters Take A Stand Against Addiction
As we all know, addiction can hit people across every state and in every different…
New Recovery Approach Explores Memory Altering
What triggers the need to use, or a relapse for that matter? Could it be…
Harsher Sentences Coming For Fentanyl Dealers
Over the past year, you may have noticed an increase in blog stories about fentanyl. A…
California May Extend Last Call Time Until 4am
Could addictions be furthered if people in our state had two more hours to legally…
Utah Implements America's Strictest DUI Laws
Strict law enforcement is certainly one way to try and tackle America's addiction issues. And…
When Your Addiction Goes Viral
With the rise of YouTube and social media networks, people's lives can now be put…
A Teacher's Perspective On The Opioid Crisis
Over the past few months, The Huffington Post has been publishing a series of personal stories about…
Using Software To Visualize Addiction
Recently, The New York Times published a story that discussed addiction from a very different angle. Its…
Viral Holiday Lights Send A Message Of Recovery
As we wind down the holiday season, there are still a few important seasonal stories…
Vaping Labeled As National Epidemic
There is no denying that addictions continue to evolve as new generations emerge. And one…
Film And TV Heroes May Be Glorifying Alcoholism
We all know what a powerful role the media plays in our lives. From the…
More People Are Overdosing On Cocaine
Cocaine has been flagged as an extremely dangerous narcotic for generations now. But according to new…
Restaurant Addresses Insensitive Addiction Stigma
As addictions become more prominent across the U.S. (thanks, in part, to the opioid crisis),…
Homeless Shelters Start Enforcing Sobriety Rule
Tragically in our home city of Los Angeles, homelessness has hit an all-time high. Across…
Internet Gambling May Lead To New Addiction Crisis
If you think the rising trend of internet gambling isn't serious, take a look at…
Google Searches May Be Able To Predict Overdoses
In the world of recovery and addiction, one of the million dollar questions has always…
New Alcohol Diabetes Warning Issued
It is common knowledge that indulging in alcohol consumption after being diagnosed with diabetes is risky. On…
Recovery Books For Your Holiday Reading List
Thankfully for most of us, the holidays mean extra down time to relax and be…
Wisdom Teeth Surgery Blamed For Teen Opioid Addictions
For millions of high schoolers across the country, getting wisdom teeth extracted is a common…
How Loneliness Can Contribute To Addiction
It has long been said that loneliness can be a big contributing factor to forming…
The Dangers Of Alcoholic 'Blackouts'
"Blacking out" is a common term among alcoholics and binge drinkers. It represents moments of…
'Halloween' Star Embraces Sobriety
This week, we are tipping our hats to acting legend Jamie Lee Curtis. As the headliner…
