Coronavirus News: What Are Addiction Treatment Centers Doing?
Addiction treatment centers around the United States are changing in ways they operate during the COVID-19 pandemic, to protect staff and patients.
Article Category: Treatment
COVID-19 Is Causing People To Relapse
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing some individuals who are recovering from a substance use disorder to relapse, but friends and family can help.
Medicaid Coverage Expansion Leads To Less Opioid Deaths
A 2020 study found that expanding Medicaid coverage resulted in less opioid overdose deaths from heroin and synthetic opioids.
Opioid Treatment Medications During COVID-19
Addiction treatment centers providing opioid treatment programs are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic with new guidelines.
Recovery Ohio Law Enforcement Fund Disperses Grants To Anti-Drug Task Forces
Drug addiction is a serious problem for Ohio, so 27 anti-narcotics task forces in the state have received grants from the RecoveryOhio Law Enforcement Fund.
Americans Believe People With Mental Health Disorders Face Stigmas
Americans believe individuals battling mental health disrders face stigmas. Explore the statistics, attitudes and effects of mental health-related stigmas.
Travel Distance To Opioid Addiction Treatment Places Strain On Rural America
The lack of opioid treatment programs (OTPs) in rural America has placed a huge strain on individuals trying to access addiction treatment.
Karli The ‘Sesame Street’ Muppet Helps Kids Understand Addiction
Karli the 'Sesame Street' muppet helps kids understand the topic of addiction by revealing she's in foster care due to her mom having a 'grown-up problem.'
Racial Disparities In Opioid Addiction Treatment In Black And White Populations
Racial disparities in outcomes are still commonplace in the US, including how African-Americans receive medication for opioid addiction treatment.
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