Patients with a mental health condition might have a hard time accessing opioids for pain relief, while patients with unexplained pain are often referred to psychiatric care, which does little to alleviate their symptoms. Finding treatment can be frustrating and humiliating.
Tag: opioid epidemic
New York Invests In 14 New Addiction Treatment Centers
Recovery Community Centers will focus on long-term recovery and offer ongoing support to combat relapse.
Melania Trump: Media Should Focus On Opioid Crisis, Not "Gossip"
The First Lady addressed the opioid epidemic at a recent town hall meeting in Las Vegas.
Deaths From Alcohol, Suicide & Overdose Reach Record High
Suicide, drug overdose and alcohol now kill more than 150,000 Americans annually.
UFC Launches Opioid Awareness Campaign
In the video, UFC president Dana White highlights statistics about the toll taken by the opioid crisis and offers resources for those in need of help.
Black Balloon Day Pays Tribute To Lives Lost To Addiction
Families and loved ones across the country are taking part in the growing Black Balloon movement which memorializes lives lost to addiction.
Dentists Need To Make Sweeping Changes To Opioid Prescribing
Dentists have decreased the amount of opioid prescriptions they write by nearly 500,000—but some believe it’s not enough.
Does Restricting Prescription Opioids Save Lives In The Long Term?
A new study found that over a five- to 10-year period, policies limiting the prescription of opioids would initially increase deaths as many individuals turn to heroin or fentanyl.
FDA Admits Past Mistakes In Handling Opioid Crisis
The Food and Drug Administration addressed its missteps in handling the crisis and outlined its future plans in a new statement.
How A Family Member's Opioid Use Affects Teens
A new study examined why teens with family members who chronically use prescription opioids are at higher risk of long-term opioid use.