Ask anyone in Texas, and they’ll probably tell you there is no problem with opioids in their state. It’s the 13th happiest state to live in, the cost of living is enviably low, and at a state level, they are not the worst affected by drug abuse, especially when compared to states like West Virginia. With...
Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in America, especially for teens. According to the NIDA for Teens (National Institute of Drug Abuse for Teens), prescription drugs are the most commonly abused substances by Americans aged 14 and older (after marijuana). Even if you’re not a parent yourself it’s a huge cause for concern. This...
A roundup of the best in addiction news delivered here on our blog each Monday morning. 1. Cigna discontinues their policy of requiring doctors to seek authorization before they go about treating a patient for opioid addiction. (Reuters) 2. Man that was mistakenly arrested for alleged meth possession (turns out it was just donut glaze) will...
It doesn’t even have a street name yet. It’s a laboratory-made opioid known as U-47700 and it’s quickly racking up a body count around the world. There are more than 50 confirmed deaths in the USA from being injected, snorted, and eaten. U-47700 is technically not illegal in most states – it’s so new, states...
If you’ve ever had major surgery or chronic pain you know the reality of having to rely on pain medication. You take your medication on time, sometimes even having to watch the clock, waiting anxiously for the next time you can take another. Just so you can feel okay. This is a reality for many...
