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Exploring Modern Treatment Options for Alcoholism

Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder, is a widespread challenge that affects millions worldwide. Thankfully, modern medicine and therapy techniques offer a variety of effective treatments for those struggling with alcohol dependency. This post aims to shed light on some of these contemporary treatment options, which combine medical, psychological, and holistic approaches to support recovery and long-term sobriety. Medical Treatments 1. Detoxification Programs Detoxification is the first step in treating alcoholism. Under medical supervision, this process safely manages withdrawal… Read More »Exploring Modern Treatment Options for Alcoholism

Understanding Fentanyl Addiction: Key Signs and Symptoms

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Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, is up to 100 times more potent than morphine. This makes it one of the most addictive substances available. Due to its high potency, fentanyl addiction can develop quickly, often even after short-term use. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of fentanyl addiction is critical for early intervention and effective treatment. Physical Symptoms 1. Increased Tolerance One of the earliest signs of fentanyl addiction is an increased tolerance to the drug. Individuals may need higher doses… Read More »Understanding Fentanyl Addiction: Key Signs and Symptoms

Fentanyl Victim Families Co-Sponsor New Illinois Law

Through Dec. 8, 2023, 1,478 opioid deaths were recorded in Cook County, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office.” SPRINGFIELD – At the start of the 2024-2025 school year, every state-required health course will provide mandatory fentanyl education to high school students, thanks to a new law supported by State Senator Laura Ellman that took effect Jan. 1. “In order to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic on all fronts, we need to educate our most vulnerable populations, which includes… Read More »Fentanyl Victim Families Co-Sponsor New Illinois Law

SOMEONE DIES FROM FENTANYL POISONING EVERY 9 MINUTES

SOMEONE DIES FROM FENTANYL POISONING EVERY 9 MINUTES Hundreds of people die daily in the United States from illicit fentanyl poisoning. Fentanyl-related deaths occur approximately every nine minutes. Tracking of deaths and poisonings has been insufficient and we believe the available data falls short of the actuality of the current crisis. States like Colorado have experienced a 1008% increase in a six-year time span since 2015.We need to approach this fentanyl emergency different that drugs of the past. As the… Read More »SOMEONE DIES FROM FENTANYL POISONING EVERY 9 MINUTES

What Makes Fentanyl So Dangerous

What makes fentanyl so dangerous? Due to its potency, a relatively small amount of fentanyl can be deadly. Just two milligrams can cause overdose or death. It’s very powerful and can be addictive. Fentanyl cannot be smelled or tasted, making it nearly impossible to tell if drugs contain or have been laced with the opioid without special fentanyl test strips.

Drug Overdose Death Rates CDC

Opiate Use and Overdose Statistics in 2023 During 2019 and 2021,  89,000 total overdose deaths and 74,474 opioid-involved overdose deaths were reported across 31 states. [1] From the years 2010 to 2017 we saw a sustained multi year increase in overdose deaths involving opioids.  Opiate related deaths peaked at the beginning of 2017 with approximately 1300 cases per week or 70,000 deaths per year. [2]  In 2018 we saw our first noticeable decrease in opiate deaths averaging just under 800… Read More »Drug Overdose Death Rates CDC

Information About Medication-Assisted Treatment Services

For more info: https://www.modernmedrecovery.com | 847-423-6800. There has been a paradigm shift in the field of addiction treatment. We now see it for what it really is: an organic brain disease no different from any other chronic condition like diabetes, hypertension or asthma. While the decision to use drugs is a choice, the disease of addiction is not and needs to be treated medically. ModernMed Recovery is one of the highest-rated a physician-owned and -operated practices providing opioid treatment services… Read More »Information About Medication-Assisted Treatment Services

High Marks for Opiate-Free Pain Control after Urologic Surgery

“ Opiate-free pain management did not adversely affect outcomes, including patient-reported outcomes (PROs), after three types of urologic surgery, according to two separate studies. Patients undergoing radical prostatectomy or nephrectomy reported no worsening of pain, effects on activity or sleep, or somatic symptoms when they received opiate-free pain medication. Data from a study of patients undergoing ureteroscopy for kidney stones showed significantly lower pain intensity scores with an opiate-free protocol, and patients reported no increased pain-related interference with regular activities.”… Read More »High Marks for Opiate-Free Pain Control after Urologic Surgery

Bucks, Montgomery counties awarded funding for Suboxone in jail

https://www.goerie.com/news/20200211/bucks-montgomery-counties-awarded-funding-for-suboxone–in-jail The counties are among nine that will share in more than $1 million in federal funding to implement medication-assisted treatment for inmates with opioid-use disorders. UPDATE: Bucks County officials say there is a plan to assess incoming inmates without prescriptions for participation in medication assisted treatment while incarcerated, but there is no timeline for implementation. Currently MAT protocols are only regularly used for incoming pregnant inmates with substance abuse disorders Bucks County soon will allow some incoming inmates access to… Read More »Bucks, Montgomery counties awarded funding for Suboxone in jail

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