The past several years have taken a toll on many residents of Northern California. The anxiety surrounding fire season, the stress of evacuations, the impact of the smoke, the destruction,
A variety of drugs and drug combinations carry the risk of overdoses; however, opioid overdoses do not have to be fatal. Naloxone is a safe medication proven to reverse opioid
Substance use disorder is one of the most stigmatized health conditions worldwide, impacting people far beyond the addicted person. Living with addiction can elicit feelings of isolation, guilt, embarrassment, and
Every day millions of people suffer from acute and chronic pain, relying on prescription opioids for relief. While these are a fast-acting, immediate option, they should only be used under
There are a number of reasons why a doctor may prescribe pain medication to patients including terminal illnesses, injuries, and surgery. Opioids like OxyCotin, Vicodin, and Morphine, when used appropriately,
Prescription opioids used for short-term relief are generally safe when used as prescribed by a doctor; however, there is always a risk of developing a tolerance, dependency, or addiction. Drug
In recent years California has experienced some of the worst natural disasters in United States history. In 2017, the Tubbs fire ripped through the Sonoma, Napa, and Lake counties. In
Comprehensive support is available for those struggling with opioid addiction and are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant. Working with healthcare providers and a clinical care team on developing a
According to SAMSHA, the U.S Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, in 2018, there were an estimated 2 million people with an opioid use disorder. When people become dependent on
This year has been extremely difficult for families when it comes to natural disasters and pandemics. Isolation from friends, new school routines, limited outings to places that once seemed so