Charlie Engle has been sober since 1992. Supporters cheered on ultramarathon runner Charlie Engle on Sunday, as he ran for 26 hours to celebrate 26 years of sobriety. “It’s an unusual way to celebrate but for me, running was a lifesaver,” said Engle, according to ABC 11 News. He said he’s running to “show those… Continue reading Ultra Marathoner Charlie Engle Runs 26 Hours To Celebrate 26 Years Sober
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Demi Lovato's Fans Pay Tribute To Her Mental Health & Recovery Advocacy
Fans created the hashtag #HowDemiHasHelpedMe to tell the world how the pop star’s advocacy work has positively affected their lives. Pop star Demi Lovato has made a name for herself as a champion of mental health and recovery support—having herself battled problem drug use, bipolar disorder, and self-harm. The impact of her advocacy is real.… Continue reading Demi Lovato's Fans Pay Tribute To Her Mental Health & Recovery Advocacy
Recovery Advocates Respond To Trump's Opioid PSAs With New Video
Two recovery advocates made a personal video about their addiction struggles in hopes of getting a meeting with the president to discuss opioid policies. The Trump Administration’s quartet of “Know the Truth” public service announcements about the dangers of opioid use and abuse have garnered mixed reviews from the recovery community for their shocking tone. They… Continue reading Recovery Advocates Respond To Trump's Opioid PSAs With New Video
Man Sets Out On Legal Mission After Seeing Opioids Destroy His Hometown
A West Virginia lawyer is working to hold major opioid manufacturers legally responsible for their role in the epidemic that has ravaged his home state. With record-high rates of overdose deaths and babies born with opioid dependence, Huntington, West Virginia is at the heart of the nation’s overdose crisis. It’s also home to Paul Farrell, a… Continue reading Man Sets Out On Legal Mission After Seeing Opioids Destroy His Hometown
New Jersey Marijuana Cases Temporarily Halted By Attorney General
The AG’s announcement, which will affect thousands, comes at a turning point for marijuana policy in New Jersey. On Tuesday, New Jersey’s attorney general ordered the immediate adjournment of all municipal marijuana cases until September or later. In a letter to prosecutors, Attorney General Gurbir Grewal wrote, “In the interim, I ask that all municipal prosecutors… Continue reading New Jersey Marijuana Cases Temporarily Halted By Attorney General
Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Pens Tribute For His Birthday
In her Instagram tribute, Zelda encouraged fans of her father to volunteer at homeless shelters and spread kindness in his memory. July 21st marked what would have been the 67th birthday of comedy icon Robin Williams. His daughter Zelda Williams took to Instagram to pay tribute to her late father. Shortly before the actor’s birthday,… Continue reading Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Pens Tribute For His Birthday
Elizabeth Warren Questions Trump's Response To Opioid Crisis
“You pledged that ‘we will be spending the most money ever on the opioid crisis.’ Yet your claim appears to have no basis in reality.” Senator Elizabeth Warren is not impressed with President Donald Trump’s lack of action when it comes to the opioid crisis—and she is making that known. According to Vox, the senator… Continue reading Elizabeth Warren Questions Trump's Response To Opioid Crisis
Dennis Quaid Revisits "White Light" Moment That Spurred His Recovery
“I was basically doing cocaine pretty much on a daily basis during the ‘80s.” Since kicking off his acting career in the ’70s, former Hollywood “bad boy” Dennis Quaid has come out on the other side of cocaine addiction—“my greatest mistake.” Quaid, now 64, revisited the height of his cocaine use and the turning point… Continue reading Dennis Quaid Revisits "White Light" Moment That Spurred His Recovery
Could A Scientific Study Have Slowed The Opioid Crisis?
Researchers suggest that a recent pragmatic trial could have played a key role in curbing the crisis. While opioids are effective for acute pain relief, the widespread addiction and dependence that have swept up the country have showed that the powerful pills have unintended consequences, even as studies suggest that opioids are less effective for… Continue reading Could A Scientific Study Have Slowed The Opioid Crisis?
Demi Lovato Hospitalized For Apparent Overdose
Paramedics reportedly revived Lovato with Narcan before transporting the singer to the hospital for further treatment. Demi Lovato has been hospitalized after an alleged heroin overdose, according to numerous reports Tuesday afternoon. According to TMZ, which broke the news, the singer and actress, 25, was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital shortly before noon on… Continue reading Demi Lovato Hospitalized For Apparent Overdose