The Medical Risks of One-Day Opioid Detox: Why Patient Safety Should Come First
When facing opioid addiction, whether it’s to fentanyl, heroin, prescription painkillers, or any other opioid, the desire for a rapid solution is understandable. One-day detox programs may seem appealing, offering a quick escape from the grip of dependence. However, these programs often overlook critical medical considerations, potentially putting patients at serious risk. Overcoming opioid dependence […]
Choosing the Best Drug or Alcohol Treatment
How Do I Choose the Best Drug or Alcohol Treatment? Perhaps the most challenging factor in finding a solution for opioid or alcohol addiction is choosing the right treatment center. First and foremost, it is essential to understand that everyone is different, and so are their treatment needs. Also, not everyone needs long-term residential treatment […]
Stroke and Endocarditis Linked to Injecting Opioid Drugs, Even in Young People
As the opioid epidemic continues, the sad news keeps piling up about the effects of opioid drugs on people’s health and well-being. The risks of overdose, mental health problems, and infectious disease among people struggling with opioid addiction are well documented. Now, a new study by Setareh Salehi Omran, MD, fellow in vascular neurology at […]
