When you read about addiction statistics in our community, our country and around the world, you may think, “well, that’s a lot of people who made pretty bad decisions.” That is, if you’re one of the ...

More than 100 healthcare organizations are calling on Congress to address privacy concerns that can hinder addiction care in its opioids package. The Senate passed a large set of measures aimed at the ...

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Difficulty withholding inappropriate responses are thought to be a central issue in addiction. Researchers found that participants diagnosed with both HIV and cocaine dependence had a difficult time ...

Despite hard-fought progress in recent years, new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that drug overdose deaths in the U.S. are now at their highest level ever, soaring to ...

CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. (KOIN) — Between the coronavirus pandemic, social unrest, and widespread wildfires, 2020 has been an overwhelming year for many Americans. It’s been even worse for those coping ...

Health insurance hurdles can hinder access to opioid addiction meds Insurance companies are reportedly making it harder for opioid users to get their hands on a key medication that helps to treat ...

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