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Xylazine Spurring Increase in Overdose Deaths
While there has been a great deal of discussion about the dangers of opiates, other drugs that are just as deadly have been linked to an increase in overdose deaths. Xylazine, a non-opioid veterinary tranquilizer, is knowingly or unknowingly being used in combination with other drugs. Xylazine, also known as “tranq,” rivals fentanyl as a […]
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The Relationship Between Substance Use Disorder and Law Enforcement
Substance use can affect people of any age, race, gender, or socioeconomic class. Though there are factors that can contribute to prevalence amongst certain groups, it does not discriminate. Law enforcement officers are not immune to Substance Use Disorder. Given the availability of substances coupled with the high levels of stress associated with that line […]
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MAT: Medication-Assisted Treatment
Medication-Assisted Treatment, or MAT, refers to combining counseling and behavioral therapy with the use of FDA-approved medicines to treat substance use disorders. This approach is extremely tailored to the individual and can be an effective way to achieve sustained recovery and prevent opioid overdose. MAT is often used for recovery from opioids, like heroin or […]
Naloxone – Know the Facts
What is naloxone? Naloxone is a medication used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose, most popularly known by the name brand Narcan. Specifically, naloxone allows an overdose victim to breathe normally. It is not addictive and cannot be abused. When do you need naloxone? Naloxone should be administered to anyone who may be overdosing […]
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About Naloxone
Naloxone is available at many pharmacies with no Dr. visits required. Naloxone is recommended for anyone with opioids in their home. If you have opioids, you should also have Naloxone.
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Prevent Overdose
Opioids can be dangerous. Know how to prevent overdose before taking them. […]
The Importance of Prevention in Addressing the Opioid Crisis
As our communities, healthcare systems, and government agencies join in the effort to reverse the epidemic of opioid overdoses and solve the opioid crisis, it is not enough to focus all our resources on treating people who are already addicted to opioids. Keeping people who do not have an opioid use disorder from becoming addicted is an equally important task. […]
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Better Pain Care
Anyone can become addicted to opioids, even when prescribed by a doctor. Talk to your healthcare provider about ways to manage pain that don’t involve opioids. If opioids are prescribed, talk to your doctor about the risks. Consider using a conversation checklist. […]
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Substance User Disorder and Pregnancy
Using substances during pregnancy poses health risks for both the pregnant mother and the unborn child in the long and short term. The majority of substances (including opioids and stimulants) have proven to be harmful by possibly increasing the risk of miscarriage or causing migraines, seizures, or high blood pressure to the mother, which can […]