Vicodin, Valium, Xanax and Prednisone are among the most widely used prescription drugs linked to suicide. All of them have a high correlation with suicide. Read more from the UChicago Medicine report below. Researchers reviewed 922 prescription medications taken by almost 150 million people over an 11-year period. Just 10 of these drugs were associated …
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has spotted an “alarming” new trend. Drug traffickers are making brightly colored fentanyl that looks like candy. Their goal is to attract children and young people. What Is Rainbow Fentanyl? The agency’s law enforcement partners began seizing “rainbow fentanyl” earlier this month. So far, authorities have found it in 18 …
Facts About Fentanyl Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that can slow or stop a person’s breathing during an overdose. Understanding the risks, recognizing warning signs, and knowing how to respond can help protect you and the people you love. How Strong Is Fentanyl? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this …
Deadly Counterfeit Pills spreading across the USA Counterfeit pills can look like legitimate prescription medications but contain dangerous, unexpected ingredients. Understanding the risks of fake medication can help protect you and your family from an accidental overdose. These products may resemble oxycodone, Xanax, or Adderall. However, their appearance does not prove that they contain the …
Counterfeit pills are fake medications marketed as legitimate prescription drugs. They may look authentic, but their ingredients and strength can be unpredictable. Understanding how these products are sold and what they may contain can help you recognize the risks. Key Facts About Counterfeit Pills For more background, read our article on the dangers of fake …
This article examines 28-day rehab, its limitations, and the need for flexible options and ongoing recovery support. For more articles and resources on addiction treatment, explore our opioid treatment information and questions to ask treatment providers. Billions are spent on it each year, but people need more flexible options and timelines. Life After 28-Day Treatment …
Opioid Settlement Payments for Tribal Nations McKesson, Cardinal Health and AmerisourceBergen would pay $515 million over seven years. Johnson & Johnson would contribute $150 million over two years to federally recognized tribes. Together, the proposed opioid settlement would resolve litigation in dozens of states with tribal reservations. Documents filed Tuesday in federal court in Cleveland …
Nutrition and Addiction Recovery A balanced diet provides nutrients that support overall health. During addiction recovery, good nutrition can also help the body heal. However, substance use can disrupt eating habits and contribute to nutritional deficiencies. Therefore, treatment programs should address nutrition alongside other recovery needs. medlineplus.gov The original article attributes its discussion of nutritional …
Dr. Brian Binetti, a bariatric and general surgeon, has implemented a non-opioid approach to help his patients manage pain after surgery. Dr. Binetti shares information about effective non-opioid pain management options, and how these alternatives are instrumental in helping patients recover. Read More…
Dozens of medical professionals in seven states were charged Wednesday with participating in the illegal prescribing of more than 32 million pain pills, including doctors who prosecutors said traded sex for prescriptions and a dentist who unnecessarily pulled teeth from patients to justify giving them opioids. The 60 people indicted include 31 doctors, seven pharmacists, …
