Many people view drinking alcohol as a relatively harmless way to relax, socialize, or celebrate. In fact, in the United States, about 85% of adults have consumed alcohol at some..
St. Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest nights of the year for drivers and pedestrians as the rate of alcohol consumption is significantly increased. In 2019, drunk driving accidents..
Fentanyl and methamphetamine (meth) are extremely powerful synthetic drugs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), they’re responsible for a large majority of drug overdose deaths among..
It’s not easy to watch someone you love battle alcohol or drug addiction (also called substance use disorder). At times, you may feel completely helpless. You can fight this feeling..
In the U.S., 70% (46,802) of all overdose deaths in 2018 involved opioid drugs. In Massachusetts, there were 1,233 overdose deaths in the first nine months of the same year...
Finishing addiction treatment is an incredible accomplishment. However, it doesn’t mark the end of your recovery journey. In the years ahead, you must take some important steps to build and..
People who drink alcohol in an unhealthy manner are often diagnosed with alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence. While these terms sound similar, they refer to two separate conditions. What Is..
Drug addiction (also called substance use disorder) is treatable. However, as with many other diseases, it takes a lot of hard work to overcome. If you or someone you love..
When struggling with drug addiction, many people self-isolate. They often worry that their loved ones will judge them for having the disease. While isolation might seem like the safest option,..
Safe injection sites are controlled areas where people can inject legal or illicit drugs in controlled conditions. They are also known as supervised injection sites, safe injection facilities (SIFs), and..
