Canadian Non-Profit Debuts the Country's First Crack Pipe Vending Machine
... of the more common, but not often discussed, concepts in drug treatment is “harm reduction.” Essentially, the idea is that it's bad enough that you're struggling with addiction, you don't also need to be struggling with hepatitis or AIDS.… Continue reading
Psychiatrists Embrace Deep-Brain Stimulation
... embrace deep-brain stimulation After 22 years of failed treatments, including rehabilitation, psychotherapy and an array of psychiatric medications, a middle-aged Dutch man decided to take an extraordinary step to fight his heroin addiction. He underwent an experimental brain …… Continue reading
The Fatality Rate Among Hard Drug Users Is 14 Times Higher Than for the …
... on RedOrbit Feds take over Alfred Wright case Wright, a physical therapist, was on his way to treat a patient when his truck broke down near a convenience store just outside of Hemphill. That's when he called his wife… Continue reading
The Holistic Sanctuary Is Saving Lives With Its New and Revolutionary "Pouyan …
... Holistic Sanctuary Is Saving Lives With Its New And Revolutionary "Pouyan … Addiction to suboxone – a widely used and addictive alternative to illegal drugs like heroin and cocaine – is common among addicts. Ridding the body, mind and… Continue reading
Hollywood Stars Who Died of Overdose
... stars who died of overdose At 33, actor-comedian John Belushi died after having several “speedballs” injected into his system – a drug concoction of both heroin and cocaine. The overdose left him lifeless in his room, Bungalow 3… Continue reading
Monmouth Drug Court Graduates 26
... drug court graduates 26 Herman Pavy, 48, of Asbury Park, said he used to sell drugs and was using many drugs, including heroin and cocaine. … “Drugs are invading our schools, our neighborhoods and our homes and too… Continue reading