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First responders face multiple stressors and challenging situations that can take a tremendous emotional and physical toll. Sometimes, this can lead to substance abuse as a way of coping with stress, burnout, and secondary traumatic stress.1 Substance abuse can become worse if left untreated and can be a serious problem especially when coupled with co-occurring […]

As of 2020, there are more than 16,000 treatment centers in the U.S. for drug and alcohol addiction.1 According to a 2020 report, there are 109 drug and alcohol rehab centers in Nevada.1 The majority of these treatment centers offer outpatient rehab services. For many people, outpatient treatment is an essential service to support long-term […]

Between 2005 and 2010, 17% of people in Nevada and 16.8% of people in the Las Vegas metro reported using illegal drugs.1 This is higher than the United States average of 14.7% during that same time period.1 Thankfully, there are many rehabilitation (rehab) options available in Nevada with differing intensity levels and lengths of stay […]

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) is a health insurance company that may be able to help you cover some or all of the costs of rehab in Las Vegas, Nevada. Anthem BCBS of Nevada is a unique type of managed care organization health insurance company and is a combination of two popular insurers in […]

People dealing with drug or alcohol addiction often benefit from treatment to help them stop substance abuse and start the path to recovery. Specialized rehab programs for certain populations, such as veterans, women, first responders, and those in the LGBTQ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, or somewhere else on the gender or sexuality spectrum), […]