opioid addiction

The Scourge of Heroin Addiction – Boston Globe

The scourge of heroin addiction – Boston Globe

The scourge of heroin addiction
Boston Globe
For example, why is medication management for the treatment of heroin/opioid addiction scorned by so many? In a recent Boston Globe article, Hillary Jacobs, director of Substance Abuse Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acknowledged… Continue reading

The Scourge of Heroin Addiction – Boston Globe

The scourge of heroin addiction – Boston Globe

The scourge of heroin addiction
Boston Globe
For example, why is medication management for the treatment of heroin/opioid addiction scorned by so many? In a recent Boston Globe article, Hillary Jacobs, director of Substance Abuse Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acknowledged… Continue reading

Heroes in Recovery Presents Lifetime Achievement Awards at the Innovations in Recovery Conference

Heroes in Recovery Presents Lifetime Achievement Awards at the Innovations In Recovery Conference
John Southworth and Arlene Rosen presented lifetime achievement awards for their work and dedication in the field of addiction treatment. (PRWeb April 02, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/03/prweb11716375.htm
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To a Medical Doctor About Opiate Addiction and PAWS (Post Acute Withdraw Syndrome)?

Question by JiNx: To a Medical Doctor about Opiate addiction and PAWS (Post Acute Withdraw Syndrome)?
I have off and on, mostly on, been addicted to prescription pain medications (Opiates) for about 10 years (I’m almost 30 now, and started at age 19-20). I have tried to quit many times,… Continue reading

Long-Term Care Options Seen as Gap in Drug Treatments

Long-term care options seen as gap in drug treatments
METHUEN — A severe shortage of medium- and long-term addiction treatment options is a top obstacle for drug addicts seeking medical help that can wind up preventing or thwarting treatment, local health professionals and addiction treatment advocates
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Medina County Officials Search for Funds to Open Jail Pod for Addiction Treatment – the Plain Dealer

Medina County officials search for funds to open jail pod for addiction treatment – The Plain Dealer

Medina County officials search for funds to open jail pod for addiction treatment
The Plain Dealer
View full sizeMedina County officials, including Judge James Kimbler, are searching for funds to reopen a pod… Continue reading