Tag: Opioids
Why are teen athletes more likely to misuse opioids?
Adolescents who play at least one high contact sport are at a high risk for engaging in the nonmedical use of prescription opioids (NUPO)...
Drug rehab recovery more successful if completed for 30 days or...
Patients in drug rehab recovery are more likely to succeed when they are in treatment for more than 30 days, according to a new...
Drug detox with follow-up treatment during pregnancy reduces fetal health risks
Many pregnant women fear that the changes they may undergo while detoxing from opioids could cause harm to their unborn babies. However, recent research...
Asking the right questions before taking prescription opioids
More Americans are now becoming aware of the nationwide opioid epidemic that continues to affect millions of people. However, it’s just as critical for...
New fentanyl derivative to blame for opioid deaths
Furanyl fentanyl is a derivative of the synthetic opioid fentanyl, which produces a high similar to heroin but is 50 times more potent. It...
Drug abuse fast forwards aging, illnesses
Drug addiction accelerates aging and age-related illnesses including cellular aging, inflammation, a decline in brain volume and function, and the early onset of cardiac,...
Are teen athletes at a higher risk for opioid addiction?
Results taken from multiple studies show a connection with high school athletes and opioid addiction. According to findings from the Journal of Child &...
Senate overwhelmingly passes 21st Century Cures Act
The Senate passed much-needed health care legislation on Wednesday that will provide $1 billion in funding for the prevention and treatment of opioid addiction....
New opioid vaccines show promise in early tests
A new vaccine being developed by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute to block the pain-numbing effects of certain opioid drugs has shown promise...
Addiction and recovery: A family affair
Mike Ferris, 38, knew he hit rock bottom in his battle with substance abuse as he laid in the guest bedroom of his mother’s...
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