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Much has been written in these pages about the opioid addiction public health crisis in America. It was long ago established that pharmaceutical companies covered up the risk of addiction to opioids and aggressively marketed this class of drugs, leading physicians to jump on the prescribing bandwagon. And jump on…
For some time, specialists in alcohol use disorder (AUD), frequently referred to as alcoholism, have puzzled over the role inflammation plays in the problem. Alcohol use disorder is characterized by uncontrolled drinking and binge drinking. According to the National Institutes of Health, “alcohol-related inflammation causes brain damage: Even in the…
Newly released figures show that every state in New England except Connecticut experienced a rise in drug overdose deaths in 2022. Maine led the way with an almost 20% increase in deaths. New Hampshire witnessed its worst year since 2017, with a 15% increase. What’s driving the increase? Fentanyl. Deaths…
One would have thought the opioid crisis would serve as a lesson for conventional medicine and its pharmaceutical allies. Overprescribe a class of drugs, and you’ll likely create a public health crisis. Well, sadly – it hasn't. In a series of papers, researchers report physicians are routinely prescribing three or…
With its roots in a “great idea” and focus on a people-first mission, Aware Recovery Care has not only weathered turbulent times in healthcare but seen dramatic growth in its in-home addiction treatment services. The result is ever-expanding access to a program that’s changing lives for the better, according to…
Aware Recovery Care is pleased to announce it is a Trusted Resource and the Presenting Sponsor of SHE RECOVERS in CHICAGO from September 29 to October 1, 2023. The event is a three-day experience for women in or seeking recovery from life challenges, including substance use, grief and loss, eating disorders, burnout…
As people age, the incidence of arthritis tends to rise, leading to an increase in aches and pains. Levels of general anxiety can also grow with the years. What do many of the elderly do in the face of these problems? They seek medical advice and treatment that often includes…
Alcohol dependency can develop at any age – but several researchers are exploring whether those over 60 might be at a higher risk for developing a problem. In one such study[i], researchers looked at gender and age-specific trends in older Americans from 1997 through 2014. Their findings? As the years…
Do you worry about the drinking habits of a partner or good friend? Are you growing concerned they may be becoming addicted to alcohol? Over 17.6 million people in the U.S. are, and the signs of a problem are relatively easy to spot. Here are some things to look for…
A child is born addicted to drugs every 25 minutes in America. Yes – you read that correctly. Every 25 minutes. How can a baby be addicted, you ask? Simple – a pregnant mom passes the drugs she takes through the placenta, the umbilical cord, and right into a developing…
