Drinking alcohol will not protect you from COVID-19, and instead will increase the risk of complications if you do contract COVID-19. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/stress-coping/alcohol-use.html If you are fighting alcohol abuse or addiction, contact America’s Rehab Campuses for help right away. We offer alcohol detox and a variety of customizable alcohol rehab programs to help you achieve sobriety.
Mixing alcohol with nicotine during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of deficiencies in brain development of unborn babies, according to a new report from the University of Houston. https://uh.edu/news-events/stories/2020/september-2020/09232020-metin-akay-pregnancy-alcohol-nicotine-mix-risk-newborns.php If you are pregnant and struggling with alcohol and/or nicotine addiction, America’s Rehab Campuses can help you overcome your addiction and improve your baby’s health outcome.
Alcohol, Nicotine Co-Exposure During Pregnancy Significantly Increases Health Risk in Newborns
Benzodiazepines carry a strong risk of dependence and addiction — yet, these prescription medications are widely used by an estimated 5% of the general population. The FDA recently announced it has added an abuse warning to labels for commonly used benzodiazepines including Valium and Xanax. America’s Rehab Campuses offers medical drug detox treatment for those who need help recovering from benzodiazepine abuse and dependence.
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Having a strong sense of community truly aids in recovery from addiction. No one needs to battle this alone. ARC offers the support one needs to overcome their darkest moments, in a safe, inclusive, judgment-free environment.
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Here at ARC, we give you the tools to build a better life for yourself so that you NEVER need to come back. We individualize treatment based on individual assessment and offer many treatment programs and therapies.
If you or if you think someone you love is suffering from an addiction, America’s Rehab Campuses can help. We staff a 24/7 hotline to answer your questions and get you on the path to sobriety. Call us at 833-272-7342 to find out how treatment could change your life.
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Certain mental illnesses are found to be more common with addiction than others. This is because substances interact with the same neurological pathways in the brain as many mental health disorders. America's Rehab Campuses uses dual diagnosis to treat a range of psychotherapies that help patients identify and change harmful behaviors and thought processes contributing to both the addiction and mental illness.
Cannabis use is becoming more widespread as more states are legalizing this substance; however, new evidence suggests moderate use of cannabis impacts long-term cognitive functioning — particularly verbal memory. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/09/200903133013.htm America’s Rehab Campuses offers a wide range of drug rehab programs for those who need help recovering from cannabis addiction.
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Study of siblings finds moderate cannabis use impacts cognitive functioning
Stress is a major risk factor of addiction, and also a major risk factor of relapse among those in recovery. If you are under any stress — especially stress related to COVID-19 — the CDC suggests practicing healthy behaviors such as exercising regularly, eating healthy foods, and getting plenty of sleep. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html America’s Rehab Campuses uses science-based therapies that can teach you how to effectively manage stress and reduce your risk of relapse.
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How is COVID-19 affecting people with alcohol addiction? Here’s a Q&A with a professor of psychology on the effects of COVID-19 on alcohol addiction, and what you can do if you are struggling with addiction during this global pandemic. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-09-qa-covid-pandemic-affecting-alcohol.html America’s Rehab Campuses offers alcohol detox and customizable alcohol rehab programs for those who need help fighting alcohol use disorder.
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Q&A: COVID-19 pandemic shows signs of affecting alcohol addictions
Opioid addiction was a serious public health crisis before the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, experts are saying COVID-19 is worsening the opioid crisis on behalf of stress, isolation, and lack of health care services for addiction. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-the-covid-19-pandemic-is-contributing-to-increase-in-opioid-addiction#A-lack-of-services Drug rehab centers that operate under America’s Rehab Campuses remain open to all of those who are fighting addiction and are ready to serve those who need help.
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COVID-19 Pandemic Contributing to New Increase in Opioid Addiction
Do you think you may be addicted to alcohol? Anxiety, depression, nightmares, and shaking are among the most common alcohol withdrawal symptoms. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000764.htm America’s Rehab Campuses offers alcohol detox and a variety of inpatient and outpatient alcohol rehab programs for those who need treatment for alcohol abuse, dependence, and/or addiction.
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A recent survey shows that only 22% of Americans can correctly identify 7 commonly prescribed opioids, while 73% mistakenly believe oxytocin (a hormone associated with childbirth) is an opioid prescription. https://mountaineagle.com/stories/survey-finds-americans-still-confused-about-opioids,28609 America’s Rehab Campuses offers opioid drug detox and rehab for those who want to experience a safe and comfortable recovery from opioid dependence.
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Those who struggle with heroin addiction are shown to have unique brain disturbances on par with those seen in patients with Alzheimer’s disease, according to research presented by Mount Sinai Hospital. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-09-heroin-addicted-individuals-unique-brain-disturbances.html America’s Rehab Campuses offers heroin drug detox and rehab programs for those who need help safely recovering from heroin dependence and addiction.
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Heroin-addicted individuals have unique brain disturbances resembling those of Alzheimer's
Lethal drug overdoses can also involve over-the-counter drugs in addition to illicit and prescription drugs. Social media challenges such as the “Benadryl Challenge” on TikTok are extremely dangerous and can increase the risk for a fatal drug overdose. https://www.health.com/mind-body/tiktok-benadryl-challenge If your children regularly engage in these types of social media challenges, educate them about the potential dangers of drug abuse and overdose. America’s Rehab Campuses offers drug rehab programs for people of all ages, including teens.
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Heavy, chronic use of drugs and alcohol can weaken your immune system and make you more susceptible to illness, disease, and infections including COVID-19. If you or a loved one is suffering from a substance use disorder, getting help for your addiction today can help you achieve stronger immunity and significantly reduce your risk of COVID-19 severity. America’s Rehab Campuses offers a variety of drug and alcohol rehab programs for addiction.
Many people think marijuana isn’t physically addictive; however, findings from a recent study show that 47% of regular or heavy marijuana users experience withdrawal symptoms upon stopping. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2764234 America’s Rehab Campuses offers a range of evidence-based services for marijuana addiction, including drug detox, inpatient residential rehab, and outpatient rehab.
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Cannabis Withdrawal Symptoms in People With Regular or Dependent Cannabinoid Use
Drug overdoses contributed to over 70,000 deaths in the U.S. last year. Yet, only about 5% of physicians are licensed to prescribe buprenorphine — an effective addiction treatment drug for opioid use disorder. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-09-popular-addiction-treatment-drug-doctors.html America’s Rehab Campuses is proud to announce it uses buprenorphine and other FDA-approved drugs to treat opioid use disorder safely and effectively.
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Even with a license to prescribe a popular addiction treatment drug, many doctors aren't giving it to their patients
PTSD is commonly treated using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), but some doctors are reluctant to use this therapy on addiction patients due to concerns it may cause a relapse. Results from a recent study suggest that CBT does not trigger relapse in addiction patients with PTSD, and that this therapy is highly effective for those in recovery. https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2020-07-27/ptsd-therapy-doesnt-trigger-drug-relapse-in-addiction-patients-study America’s Rehab Campuses offers CBT and trauma-focused CBT for those with an addiction and PTSD dual diagnosis.
Safe injection sites are a form of harm reduction that can help reduce the number of drug overdose deaths affecting injection drug users. In a recent study that evaluated the safety and efficacy of this program, no deaths occurred at the injection site during the 5-year evaluation period. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc2015435 America’s Rehab Campuses offers safe drug detox programs for injection drug users, along with evidence-based drug rehab programs individualized for each patient.
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Mindfulness meditation can improve your heart health, decrease cognitive decline, boost your immunity, and help you recover from addiction. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/five_ways_mindfulness_meditation_is_good_for_your_health America’s Rehab Campuses offers mindfulness meditation along with many other therapeutic amenities to complement its drug and alcohol rehab programs.
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Scientific evidence shows that exercise can reduce depression and anxiety related to addiction, while also helping promote long-term abstinence among users of illicit drugs like heroin and methamphetamine. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4199732/ Fitness centers are available at America’s Rehab Campuses drug rehab centers to help you meet your ultimate health and sobriety goals.
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LGBTQ adults are more than twice as likely as heterosexuals to use recreational marijuana (13.9% vs 5.5%), twice as likely to abuse prescription tranquilizers (3.6% vs 1.1%), and more likely to abuse prescription opioids (4.7% vs 2.3%). https://www.nyu.edu/about/news-publications/news/2020/june/LGB-older-adults-substance-use.html America’s Rehab Campuses welcomes patients from all walks of life who need a safe place to recover from drug and alcohol addiction.
If you’re struggling with addiction but don’t like the idea of being cooped up in a drug rehab center while you recover, consider choosing a program that offers fun recreational outdoor therapies such as equine therapy. Equine therapy is scientifically shown to empower those in recovery and aid in their emotional growth. America’s Rehab Campuses offers equine therapy and a variety of other recreational therapies in its drug and alcohol rehab programs. https://www.americasrehabcampuses.com/amenities-at-arizona-rehab-campus/
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More than 70,000 people in the U.S. died of drug overdose last year, but a new report suggests the true number of deaths is most likely higher since many deaths labeled as cardiac arrest may actually be drug overdoses. The study found that 1 in 6 deaths attributed to cardiac arrest may have been triggered by a drug overdose. https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2020-08-10/many-deaths-labeled-cardiac-arrest-could-be-drug-ods-study If you are addicted to opioids or another substance, America’s Rehab Campuses can help you stop using and reduce your risk of a fatal overdose.
Using drugs in isolation by yourself can increase the risk for an overdose, but what can you do during COVID-19 when you are told to practice social distancing? The CDC recommends practicing harm reduction strategies and spending time with others while wearing a cloth face covering and staying 6 feet apart. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/other-at-risk-populations/people-who-use-drugs/QA.html America’s Rehab Campuses offers a safe and therapeutic recovery environment for those who want to overcome drug and alcohol abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Have you ever made plans to stop drinking, but feel tempted to drink and end up giving in anyway? Here are 11 effective ways to curb your drinking and stay sober. https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/11-ways-to-curb-your-drinking If you need professional help fighting your addiction, America’s Rehab Campuses offers medical alcohol detox and a variety of alcohol rehab programs to help you achieve long-term sobriety.
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Did you know that sleep disorders like insomnia can contribute to substance abuse? https://www.drugabuse.gov/about-nida/noras-blog/2020/03/connections-between-sleep-substance-use-disorders If you are suffering from addiction on behalf of a co-occurring sleep disorder, our medical staff at America’s Rehab Campuses can work with you to recover from both disorders safely and effectively.
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Naturally, the process of helping those who suffer from addiction doesn’t end at rehab. It’s also essential to help their friends, family, and the general public understand the condition. Click here to read more
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The Department of Justice recently awarded Arizona $3.5 million to fight drug abuse and addiction — particularly opioid dependence and addiction: https://www.justice.gov/usao-az/pr/us-attorney-michael-bailey-announces-over-35-million-justice-department-grants-combat.
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U.S. Attorney Michael Bailey Announces Over $3.5 Million in Justice Department Grants to Combat Addiction Crisis
Use of prescription opioids significantly increases the risk for major depressive disorder and anxiety and stress-related disorders, reports a new study from JAMA Psychiatry: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2772881. Opioid abuse and comorbid mental health disorders can be effectively treated at drug rehab using dual-diagnosis therapy.
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Prescription Opioid Use and Risk for Major Depressive Disorder
Up to 20% of people who use marijuana will develop problems with addiction, and 50% of the risk associated with marijuana addiction occurs on behalf of genetics, according to a recent study published in The Lancet Psychiatry: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-10-uncovering-genetic-roots-marijuana-disorder.html
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Uncovering genetic roots of marijuana use disorder
Mind-body therapies for addiction (such as mindfulness meditation, relaxation, yoga, and acupuncture) DO work and are currently being rigorously studied by researchers across the U.S.: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/mind-body-medicine-in-addiction-recovery-2020102821239. America’s Rehab Campuses offers a wide range of mind-body therapies for addiction, including meditation and yoga.
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Sleep deprivation may increase the rewarding properties of cocaine, according to a recent study published in eNeuro: https://www.eneuro.org/content/7/6/ENEURO.0283-20.2020. Behavioral therapy at drug rehab can help cocaine users adopt healthier sleep patterns that reduce their risk for relapse.
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Sleep Deprivation Enhances Cocaine Conditioned Place Preference in an Orexin Receptor-Modulated Manner
One in three high school seniors who misused prescription opioids between 1997 and 2000 later used heroin, according to a new study from the University of Michigan: https://news.umich.edu/from-pills-to-powder-1-in-3-high-school-seniors-who-misused-prescription-opioids-later-used-heroin.
An addiction treatment center in New Jersey is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak in which 53 patients have been infected: https://www.njspotlight.com/video/53-covid-19-cases-in-outbreak-at-nj-addiction-treatment-center. America’s Rehab Campuses remains open during COVID-19 and is committed to providing a safe environment for your treatment. Contact us today to learn more about our COVID-19 policy.
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A new smartphone app called SWiPE may provide people in recovery from alcohol addiction with a unique form of brain training that helps prevent relapse: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-brain-training-relapse-alcohol-treatment.html.
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New form of brain-training helps prevent relapse after alcohol treatment
An addiction treatment center in New Jersey is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak in which 53 patients have been infected: https://www.njspotlight.com/video/53-covid-19-cases-in-outbreak-at-nj-addiction-treatment-center. America’s Rehab Campuses remains open during COVID-19 and is committed to providing a safe environment for your treatment. Contact us today to learn more about our COVID-19 policy.
Contingency management is proven highly effective at treating addiction across U.S. drug rehab centers, but remains largely underused on behalf of moral objections to this therapy, reports the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/health/meth-addiction-treatment.html.
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People who suffer from substance use disorders are more likely to contract COVID-19 and either be hospitalized or die from the virus, according to a new study from the National Institutes of Health: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-people-addiction-covid-die.html
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People with addiction more likely to get COVID-19, die
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) will celebrate 50 years of advancing alcohol research with a virtual scientific symposium on November 30 and December 1. The symposium will feature updates on how to diagnose and treat alcohol addiction, and discuss trends surrounding related risk factors: https://niaaa.scienceblog.com/337/niaaa-celebrates-50-years-of-advancing-alcohol-research-with-scientific-symposium.
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NIAAA celebrates 50 years of advancing alcohol research with scientific symposium
Chronic alcohol use can reshape the brain to increase the risk for anxiety and addiction, according to new evidence from Scripps Research: https://www.scripps.edu/news-and-events/press-room/2020/20201116-roberto-alcohol.html. Alcohol addiction and co-occurring anxiety can be effectively treated at the same time using dual diagnosis therapy at an alcohol rehab center.
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Chronic alcohol use reshapes the brain’s immune landscape, driving anxiety and addiction
The number of opioid users who developed vision-endangering eye infections quadrupled between 2003 and 2016, according to a recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology. Many of these eye infections were driven by injection drug use of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-tragedy-tied-opioids-eye-disease.html.
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Another tragedy tied to opioids: Eye disease
After the start of COVID-19 lockdowns during spring earlier this year, heavy drinking among U.S. women increased by 41% through September, reports a new study published in JAMA Network Open: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2770975.
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Changes in Adult Alcohol Use and Consequences During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the US
After the start of COVID-19 lockdowns during spring earlier this year, heavy drinking among U.S. women increased by 41% through September, reports a new study published in JAMA Network Open: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2770975
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Changes in Adult Alcohol Use and Consequences During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the US
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has announced it will soon be performing a second study to acquire more accurate data about how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the drinking habits of Americans: https://www.nextgov.com/cio-briefing/2020/11/nih-study-how-much-more-americans-are-drinking-alcohol-during-pandemic/169853.
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has announced it will soon be performing a second study to acquire more accurate data about how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the drinking habits of Americans: https://www.nextgov.com/cio-briefing/2020/11/nih-study-how-much-more-americans-are-drinking-alcohol-during-pandemic/169853.
The number of opioid users who developed vision-endangering eye infections quadrupled between 2003 and 2016, according to a recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology. Many of these eye infections were driven by injection drug use of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-tragedy-tied-opioids-eye-disease.html.
During the first 3 months of 2020, the number of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. increased by nearly 16% compared with the same period in 2019, according to new data from the CDC: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-10-pandemic-fatal-overdoses-soared-quarter.html.
People in recovery from addiction are continuing to struggle with staying connected to their Alumni communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially as governors across the U.S. are warning of additional lockdowns in the future: https://www.fox4now.com/rebound/coronavirus-stress/people-in-recovery-from-addiction-struggle-to-stay-connected-during-pandemic.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) may successfully reduce symptoms of insomnia among young adults who engage in binge drinking, according to results from a recent study published by the University of Missouri School of Medicine: https://medicine.missouri.edu/news/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-reduces-insomnia-symptoms-among-young-drinkers.
Over the last 20 years, the number of mothers diagnosed with opioid use disorder has grown 4-fold, and the rate of newborns diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) has grown nearly 7-fold. Doctors have developed a new tool to predict which infants may develop NAS: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-infants-nas.html.
Results from a survey of 2,940 adult voters in Arizona showed that 25% of respondents felt that fighting the opioid crisis is no longer a top priority during the COVID-19 pandemic: https://prescottenews.com/index.php/2020/10/28/1-4-of-arizona-voters-say-the-opioid-crisis-has-become-less-important-to-them-following-the-pandemic-reveals-survey. However, fighting opioid addiction is more critical now than before to save lives and reduce opioid users’ risk of COVID-19 hospitalization and death.
Tracking calls made to city non-emergency phone lines (311) may help alert local health officials to opioid overdose hotspots, according to researchers at Ohio State University: https://news.osu.edu/calls-to-city-311-lines-can-predict-opioid-overdose-hotspots.
Methamphetamine use increases sexual desire along with the risk of engaging in casual sex without a condom, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/newsroom/news-releases/study-explores-link-between-methamphetamine-use-and-risky-sexual-behavior. The National Institute on Drug Abuse states that meth users are more likely to contract HIV due to their risky sexual behavior: https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/methamphetamine/are-people-who-misuse-methamphetamine-risk-contracting-hivaids-hepatitis-b-c.
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Are people who misuse methamphetamine at risk for contracting HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B and C? | National Institute on Drug Abuse
Over the last 20 years, the number of mothers diagnosed with opioid use disorder has grown 4-fold, and the rate of newborns diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) has grown nearly 7-fold. Doctors have developed a new tool to predict which infants may develop NAS: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-infants-nas.html.
Results from a survey of 2,940 adult voters in Arizona showed that 25% of respondents felt that fighting the opioid crisis is no longer a top priority during the COVID-19 pandemic: https://prescottenews.com/index.php/2020/10/28/1-4-of-arizona-voters-say-the-opioid-crisis-has-become-less-important-to-them-following-the-pandemic-reveals-survey. However, fighting opioid addiction is more critical now than before to save lives and reduce opioid users’ risk of COVID-19 hospitalization and death.
PTSD and alcohol addiction are a common dual diagnosis that affects males and females differently. This new finding by Scripps Research may lead to the development of new medicines and treatments that can effectively treat this dual diagnosis in patients of each gender: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-10-ptsd-alcohol-abuse-hand-in-hand-males.html.
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PTSD and alcohol abuse go hand-in-hand, but males and females exhibit symptoms differently
Tracking calls made to city non-emergency phone lines (311) may help alert local health officials to opioid overdose hotspots, according to researchers at Ohio State University: https://news.osu.edu/calls-to-city-311-lines-can-predict-opioid-overdose-hotspots.
Methamphetamine use increases sexual desire along with the risk of engaging in casual sex without a condom, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/newsroom/news-releases/study-explores-link-between-methamphetamine-use-and-risky-sexual-behavior. The National Institute on Drug Abuse states that meth users are more likely to contract HIV due to their risky sexual behavior: https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/methamphetamine/are-people-who-misuse-methamphetamine-risk-contracting-hivaids-hepatitis-b-c.
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Are people who misuse methamphetamine at risk for contracting HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B and C? | National Institute on Drug Abuse
Over the last 20 years, the number of mothers diagnosed with opioid use disorder has grown 4-fold, and the rate of newborns diagnosed with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) has grown nearly 7-fold. Doctors have developed a new tool to predict which infants may develop NAS: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-11-infants-nas.html.
Results from a survey of 2,940 adult voters in Arizona showed that 25% of respondents felt that fighting the opioid crisis is no longer a top priority during the COVID-19 pandemic: https://prescottenews.com/index.php/2020/10/28/1-4-of-arizona-voters-say-the-opioid-crisis-has-become-less-important-to-them-following-the-pandemic-reveals-survey. However, fighting opioid addiction is more critical now than before to save lives and reduce opioid users’ risk of COVID-19 hospitalization and death.
The opioid epidemic has accelerated to a worrying extent during the COVID pandemic. https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2020/p1218-overdose-deaths-covid-19.html There are many ways that COVID has contributed, such as deterring people from seeking help or disrupting the recovery process.
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There were nearly 74,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. between April 2019 and March 2020, which is up 6,000 from the number of overdose deaths reported during the same period one year earlier: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/overdose-deaths-appear-rise-amid-coronavirus-pandemic-u-s-n1244024.
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Overdose deaths appear to rise amid coronavirus pandemic in U.S.
PTSD and alcohol addiction are a common dual diagnosis that affects males and females differently. This new finding by Scripps Research may lead to the development of new medicines and treatments that can effectively treat this dual diagnosis in patients of each gender: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-10-ptsd-alcohol-abuse-hand-in-hand-males.html.
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PTSD and alcohol abuse go hand-in-hand, but males and females exhibit symptoms differently
Tracking calls made to city non-emergency phone lines (311) may help alert local health officials to opioid overdose hotspots, according to researchers at Ohio State University: https://news.osu.edu/calls-to-city-311-lines-can-predict-opioid-overdose-hotspots.
Methamphetamine use increases sexual desire along with the risk of engaging in casual sex without a condom, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/newsroom/news-releases/study-explores-link-between-methamphetamine-use-and-risky-sexual-behavior. The National Institute on Drug Abuse states that meth users are more likely to contract HIV due to their risky sexual behavior: https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/methamphetamine/are-people-who-misuse-methamphetamine-risk-contracting-hivaids-hepatitis-b-c.
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Are people who misuse methamphetamine at risk for contracting HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B and C? | National Institute on Drug Abuse
Between COVID and the opioid epidemic, it's easy to forget about tobacco. Nonetheless, tobacco is still the leading cause of preventable death in Arizona. https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/about/osh/state-fact-sheets/arizona/index.html
The opioid epidemic has accelerated to a worrying extent during the COVID pandemic. https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2020/p1218-overdose-deaths-covid-19.html There are many ways that COVID has contributed, such as deterring people from seeking help or disrupting the recovery process.
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There were nearly 74,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. between April 2019 and March 2020, which is up 6,000 from the number of overdose deaths reported during the same period one year earlier: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/overdose-deaths-appear-rise-amid-coronavirus-pandemic-u-s-n1244024.
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Overdose deaths appear to rise amid coronavirus pandemic in U.S.
PTSD and alcohol addiction are a common dual diagnosis that affects males and females differently. This new finding by Scripps Research may lead to the development of new medicines and treatments that can effectively treat this dual diagnosis in patients of each gender: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-10-ptsd-alcohol-abuse-hand-in-hand-males.html.
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PTSD and alcohol abuse go hand-in-hand, but males and females exhibit symptoms differently
Tracking calls made to city non-emergency phone lines (311) may help alert local health officials to opioid overdose hotspots, according to researchers at Ohio State University: https://news.osu.edu/calls-to-city-311-lines-can-predict-opioid-overdose-hotspots.
Methamphetamine use increases sexual desire along with the risk of engaging in casual sex without a condom, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/newsroom/news-releases/study-explores-link-between-methamphetamine-use-and-risky-sexual-behavior. The National Institute on Drug Abuse states that meth users are more likely to contract HIV due to their risky sexual behavior: https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/methamphetamine/are-people-who-misuse-methamphetamine-risk-contracting-hivaids-hepatitis-b-c.
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Are people who misuse methamphetamine at risk for contracting HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B and C? | National Institute on Drug Abuse
While the opioid epidemic has been steadily growing in recent decades, COVID has resulted in a nationwide surge in opioid deaths. https://www.cdc.go
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Every year, addiction costs America over $700 billion in lost productivity, incarceration expenses, and enforcement costs. Studies show that the best way to save these expenses is treatment, as every dollar in treatment saves $12. https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/trends-statistics
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Arizona follows national trends on the opioid epidemic. While the state achieved an impressive 4% reversal of opioid deaths in 2018, the COVID pandemic has erased these gains. https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/opioids/opioid-summaries-by-state/arizona-opioid-involved-deaths-related-harms
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Between COVID and the opioid epidemic, it's easy to forget about tobacco. Nonetheless, tobacco is still the leading cause of preventable death in Arizona. https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/about/osh/state-fact-sheets/arizona/index.html
The opioid epidemic has accelerated to a worrying extent during the COVID pandemic. https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2020/p1218-overdose-deaths-covid-19.html There are many ways that COVID has contributed, such as deterring people from seeking help or disrupting the recovery process.
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There were nearly 74,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. between April 2019 and March 2020, which is up 6,000 from the number of overdose deaths reported during the same period one year earlier: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/overdose-deaths-appear-rise-amid-coronavirus-pandemic-u-s-n1244024.
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Overdose deaths appear to rise amid coronavirus pandemic in U.S.
