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New developments in addiction, treatment and recovery
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Tips to Reverse an Opioid Overdose

Opioid misuse can result in potentially lethal overdoses that need immediate attention. During an opioid overdose, breathing slows down or stops, requiring fast treatment. Fortunately,

April 20, 2020

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Methadone Maintenance Treatment Pros and Cons

The opioid crisis continues to destroy lives in the United States, and few people receive the treatment they need to overcome addiction. Part of this

April 15, 2020

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Why are Opioids in Medication used to Treat Opioid Use Disorder?

Since the first swell of heroin misuse in the late 1960’s and 70’s through the more recent epidemic that has spanned more than two decades,

March 31, 2020

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COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease 2019: How to Stay Safe

The media whirlwind concerning the current outbreak of COVID-19 has been nothing short of overwhelming. With social media giving us constant updates on the latest

March 20, 2020

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What is Oxycodone Addiction?

Oxycodone is one of the most prescribed opioid painkillers in America, and also the most commonly misused. Most people have received a script for this

March 9, 2020

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Subutex vs. Suboxone

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is one of the most effective ways to treat addiction to drugs or alcohol. Since methadone was introduced in the 1970s, MAT has

March 1, 2020

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Under-utilization of MAT in opioid addiction treatment

There is an old saying that goes, “use the correct tool for the job”. While that may often refer to automotive repairs or woodworking or

February 24, 2020

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Unexpected Ways to Enrich your Recovery

Entering recovery opens up a new world to you after you’ve felt the deep darkness of addiction and how it can deplete the joy and

February 14, 2020

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Methadone and Depression

Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) is an effective way of taking care of patients who are opioid dependents. This treatment has led to improved quality of

February 3, 2020

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Methadone vs. Buprenorphine: Similarities and Differences

When you’re considering treatment options for opioid addiction, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) will be one of the common programs you encounter. MAT is an effective option

January 27, 2020

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MAT Programs Now Accept Medicare Coverage

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines proven medications and counseling to help you start the path to recovery with comprehensive treatment services. Insurance coverage makes MAT programs

January 24, 2020

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Boston Inmates in Civil Suit over Denied MAT

Many prisoners in America’s criminal justice system find themselves behind bars for drug-related offenses while their body is actively dependent on opioids. For most of

January 20, 2020