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Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Raises Surgery Risks

A recent study based in Ohio highlights the need for patients prepping for surgery to undergo detox to address the oft-overlooked issue of alcohol withdrawal syndrome. Surgery is tough on the body, but for patients …
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Louisiana Medicaid Detox Center Opens in Lake Charles

An exciting and much needed new addition to the region’s mental health care system has recently opened in Lake Charles. New Steps Detox Addiction Treatment Center is dedicated to expanding access to care across Southwest …
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Baltimore Drug Crisis Needs More Than Harm Reduction

Harm reduction programs are helping to save lives nationwide but they’re not enough to solve the Baltimore drug crisis recovery advocates say. If the epidemic of drug addiction is to be effectively addressed, they argue, …
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How to Quit Cocaine: Benefits, Timeline and Cocaine Detox Treatments

Quitting cocaine can improve your physical health, mental well-being, relationships, and finances. This guide covers the key benefits of stopping cocaine use, what the recovery timeline looks like, and how to find professional detox and treatment support.
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IV Meth Addiction: Dangers, Signs, and How to Get Help

In This Article What Is IV Meth (Intravenous Methamphetamine)? Why Is Shooting Meth More Dangerous Than Other Methods? Signs Someone May Be Injecting Meth Common Health Consequences of IV Meth Use Not Sure How to …
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5 Most Common Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms

Stopping Xanax without medical guidance can trigger serious withdrawal symptoms, including rebound anxiety, insomnia, depression, and in some cases, seizures. This guide covers what to expect during Xanax withdrawal, when symptoms peak, and how a supervised taper or detox program can make the process safer. If you or someone you know needs help, medically supervised detox is available.
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13 Warning Signs of Cocaine Overdose and How to Get Help Now

In This Article How Common is Cocaine Overdose? What is Cocaine Toxicity? 13 Signs of a Cocaine Overdose How Much Cocaine Can Cause an Overdose? How to Know if Someone is Overdosing Right Now What …
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Buprenorphine Smuggling Sparks Detox Access Calls

A buprenorphine smuggling incident at a Michigan prison is sparking detox access calls nationwide. It comes after a corrections officer was found guilty of smuggling the drugs to inmates at the minimum security facility in …
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How Underdosing MAT Raises Opioid Overdose Risk

The opioid overdose crisis continues to plague communities across the US but according to a new report there’s one risk factor that is little discussed and even less well understood. This threat is the underdosing …
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How Effective is an Addiction Recovery App?

Thousands of people today use them. Addiction recovery apps can help people keep on track with their substance use disorder recovery or to correct unhealthy relationships with drugs or alcohol before they progress into an …
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Transfer Addiction: What It Is and How to Break the Cycle

In This Article What Are Transfer Addiction and Cross Addiction? Why Do Addictions Transfer? (The Psychology and Brain Science) Common Types of Replacement Addictions Bariatric Transfer Addiction: A Special Case How to Replace Bad Habits …
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Post-Meth Depression: 10 Ways to Feel Better in Recovery

Depression after quitting meth is common and stems from how the drug changes dopamine levels in the brain. Understanding why it happens, how long it can last, and what treatments are available can help you or someone you care about move forward. Explore 10 practical strategies and learn when professional support may make the biggest difference.
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