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Prescription opioid medicines such as codeine were misused by around 9.5 million people in the United States in 2020.1,2 In Nevada, prescription opioids were involved in 235 overdose deaths in 2018, which made up the majority of opioid overdose deaths of all types, including deaths from heroin.3 In this article, you will learn about codeine […]

Opioid misuse is a public health crisis in America. News reports talk often about the alarming rates of addiction and overdose. This article will help you understand what opioids are, how and why they can be dangerous, and how to find help for opioid addiction in Las Vegas, Nevada. What are Opioids? Opioids are in […]

If you are a woman struggling with an addiction or a substance use disorder (SUD), you are not alone. Millions of women around the country struggle with addiction, and many will seek out rehab as a way to manage the disease. Choosing the right addiction treatment program in Nevada that can address your individual needs […]

Veterans returning home from the military face a number of unique challenges as they transition back into civilian life. The stress of deployment and the trauma of combat can often result in higher rates of alcohol and drug use, as many will attempt to self-medicate to cope with symptoms of physical injury, stress, or depression.1 In […]

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is when prescription medicines are combined with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders (SUDs).1,2 MAT is an evidence-based treatment approach that is effective for treating both alcohol and opioid use disorders.2,4 MAT helps people stay in treatment, maintain recovery, and reduce cravings and opioid overdose risk.1 Who Is Medication-Assisted […]