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Especially disgusting': Former workers, patients, level accusations at California addiction treatment empire

Sober living experiences in Southern California have revealed systemic issues within addiction treatment businesses, impacting the recovery of those seeking help.

Are California real estate markets warped by sober homes paying top dollar?

Nathan Young's rehab business struggles with paying high rent, leading to eviction notices and significant financial losses for landlords.

Are California real estate markets warped by sober homes paying top dollar?

Nathan Young's rehab business has led to significant issues with unpaid rents and landlord distress in Southern California.

Especially disgusting': Former workers, patients, level accusations at California addiction treatment empire

Sober living experiences in Southern California have revealed systemic issues within addiction treatment businesses, impacting the recovery of those seeking help.

Are California real estate markets warped by sober homes paying top dollar?

Nathan Young's rehab business struggles with paying high rent, leading to eviction notices and significant financial losses for landlords.

Are California real estate markets warped by sober homes paying top dollar?

Nathan Young's rehab business has led to significant issues with unpaid rents and landlord distress in Southern California.
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#mental-health

New rules should make methadone easier to get, but change is slow in many places

New federal rules in 2024 have improved methadone access for opioid addiction, yet many still face hurdles in benefiting from these changes.

Addicts came to Southern California from afar to get sober but wound up dead

The struggles of treatment failure and the consequences of inadequate care in addiction recovery facilities highlight urgent systemic issues.

Scientology-linked UK rehab centre falls foul of charity regulator

Narconon UK has been reprimanded for unethical treatment practices linked to Scientology and must enhance transparency following a Charity Commission investigation.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Alcohol Cravings

TMS shows promise in reducing cravings associated with alcohol use disorder, potentially complementing existing treatment methods.
Reducing alcohol cravings is crucial to lower relapse rates in individuals with alcohol use disorder.

Sadness simmers inside this Melbourne hospital ward. But it's a lifeline for people suffering a mental health crisis

Mental health hubs are addressing the growing complexity and severity of patients' cases as demand for services increases in Australia.

How a Maine county jail helped prisoners blunt opioid cravings

Extended-release buprenorphine shots help reduce opioid relapse and overdose risks for newly released prisoners by providing an extended buffer for treatment.

New rules should make methadone easier to get, but change is slow in many places

New federal rules in 2024 have improved methadone access for opioid addiction, yet many still face hurdles in benefiting from these changes.

Addicts came to Southern California from afar to get sober but wound up dead

The struggles of treatment failure and the consequences of inadequate care in addiction recovery facilities highlight urgent systemic issues.

Scientology-linked UK rehab centre falls foul of charity regulator

Narconon UK has been reprimanded for unethical treatment practices linked to Scientology and must enhance transparency following a Charity Commission investigation.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Alcohol Cravings

TMS shows promise in reducing cravings associated with alcohol use disorder, potentially complementing existing treatment methods.
Reducing alcohol cravings is crucial to lower relapse rates in individuals with alcohol use disorder.

Sadness simmers inside this Melbourne hospital ward. But it's a lifeline for people suffering a mental health crisis

Mental health hubs are addressing the growing complexity and severity of patients' cases as demand for services increases in Australia.

How a Maine county jail helped prisoners blunt opioid cravings

Extended-release buprenorphine shots help reduce opioid relapse and overdose risks for newly released prisoners by providing an extended buffer for treatment.
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#healthcare-ethics

Fraud and Fakery at the Country's Largest Chain of Methadone Clinics

Acadia Healthcare generates significant profits through a model that prioritizes volume over quality care in its addiction treatment services.

Addicts trafficked cross country to California by army of fraudsters,' new lawsuit alleges

The lawsuit reveals a trafficking scheme where alleged Oklahoma residents are exploited under the guise of substance use disorder treatment in California.

Embattled California addiction treatment empire countersues Aetna in $40 million tug-of-war

Nathan Young defends his treatment practices, arguing Aetna's cost-saving measures jeopardize patient recovery by cutting necessary treatment short.

Fraud and Fakery at the Country's Largest Chain of Methadone Clinics

Acadia Healthcare generates significant profits through a model that prioritizes volume over quality care in its addiction treatment services.

Addicts trafficked cross country to California by army of fraudsters,' new lawsuit alleges

The lawsuit reveals a trafficking scheme where alleged Oklahoma residents are exploited under the guise of substance use disorder treatment in California.

Embattled California addiction treatment empire countersues Aetna in $40 million tug-of-war

Nathan Young defends his treatment practices, arguing Aetna's cost-saving measures jeopardize patient recovery by cutting necessary treatment short.
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#public-health

How are states spending their opioid settlement cash? Look yours up in this database

Over $6 billion from opioid settlements is being spent by U.S. states, revealing significant transparency issues and varied allocation towards addiction services.

Scotland's drug deaths remain worst in Europe amid concerning' 12% increase

Scotland's drug deaths increased 12% in 2023, worsening its status as having the highest rates in Europe.

Gambling's glitter is blinding US policymakers to its social costs | Felicia Grondin

The gambling industry's economic growth is overshadowed by an urgent need for problem gambling prevention and treatment.

'They feel like lepers, but there will be dignity now' - inside Ireland's first supervised drug injection centre

Dublin's new injection centre promotes a compassionate, health-centric approach to drug addiction, reducing stigma for users.

California's Bold Moves to Curb Fentanyl Deaths Leave Experts Urging for More | KQED

California is implementing new laws to combat opioid overdose deaths through improved access to treatment and harm reduction strategies.

SFDPH Is Handing Out Anti-Psychotic Drugs to Meth Users to Keep Them Out of the Emergency Room

SF General Hospital is using Olanzapine, an anti-psychotic, to reduce ER visits among meth users, showing a 32% decrease in visits.

How are states spending their opioid settlement cash? Look yours up in this database

Over $6 billion from opioid settlements is being spent by U.S. states, revealing significant transparency issues and varied allocation towards addiction services.

Scotland's drug deaths remain worst in Europe amid concerning' 12% increase

Scotland's drug deaths increased 12% in 2023, worsening its status as having the highest rates in Europe.

Gambling's glitter is blinding US policymakers to its social costs | Felicia Grondin

The gambling industry's economic growth is overshadowed by an urgent need for problem gambling prevention and treatment.

'They feel like lepers, but there will be dignity now' - inside Ireland's first supervised drug injection centre

Dublin's new injection centre promotes a compassionate, health-centric approach to drug addiction, reducing stigma for users.

California's Bold Moves to Curb Fentanyl Deaths Leave Experts Urging for More | KQED

California is implementing new laws to combat opioid overdose deaths through improved access to treatment and harm reduction strategies.

SFDPH Is Handing Out Anti-Psychotic Drugs to Meth Users to Keep Them Out of the Emergency Room

SF General Hospital is using Olanzapine, an anti-psychotic, to reduce ER visits among meth users, showing a 32% decrease in visits.
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#social-media

Social Media Marketing for Drug Rehab Centers: A Comprehensive Guide - Social Media Explorer

Drug rehab marketing requires a compassionate digital strategy that balances professionalism with genuine human connection to effectively reach those affected by addiction.

The Top Rehab Social Media Accounts: Using Social Media for Addiction Treatment and Recovery Outreach - Social Media Explorer

Social media fundamentally transforms addiction treatment by connecting professionals, reducing stigma, and providing accessible resources for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.

Social Media Marketing for Drug Rehab Centers: A Comprehensive Guide - Social Media Explorer

Drug rehab marketing requires a compassionate digital strategy that balances professionalism with genuine human connection to effectively reach those affected by addiction.

The Top Rehab Social Media Accounts: Using Social Media for Addiction Treatment and Recovery Outreach - Social Media Explorer

Social media fundamentally transforms addiction treatment by connecting professionals, reducing stigma, and providing accessible resources for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.
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#criminal-justice

Hunter Biden Was Unfairly Prosecuted

Hunter Biden faced unjust prosecution due to his family connections, necessitating his father's pardon to address systemic injustice.

Specialist courts proposed to break addictions of prolific offenders in England and Wales

Specialist courts targeting addiction in prolific offenders could effectively reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation outcomes.

Hunter Biden Was Unfairly Prosecuted

Hunter Biden faced unjust prosecution due to his family connections, necessitating his father's pardon to address systemic injustice.

Specialist courts proposed to break addictions of prolific offenders in England and Wales

Specialist courts targeting addiction in prolific offenders could effectively reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation outcomes.
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#opioid-use-disorder

Addiction Telemedicine Has Saved Lives. Let's Keep It Going

Continuing pandemic-era buprenorphine-prescribing policies is essential to combat the overdose epidemic in the U.S.

More kids are dying of drug overdoses. Could pediatricians do more to help?

Pediatricians are increasingly treating opioid use disorder in teenagers through medications like buprenorphine.
Only 6% of pediatricians currently offer buprenorphine to teens addicted to opioids, despite recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Addiction Telemedicine Has Saved Lives. Let's Keep It Going

Continuing pandemic-era buprenorphine-prescribing policies is essential to combat the overdose epidemic in the U.S.

More kids are dying of drug overdoses. Could pediatricians do more to help?

Pediatricians are increasingly treating opioid use disorder in teenagers through medications like buprenorphine.
Only 6% of pediatricians currently offer buprenorphine to teens addicted to opioids, despite recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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#opioid-crisis

Ontario's opioid strategy outdated, auditor general says | CBC News

Ontario's auditor general calls for a new comprehensive strategy to tackle the opioid crisis, criticizing the outdated abstinence-based model.

Has Fentanyl Peaked?

Overdose deaths declined in 2023 due to factors like natural course of drug epidemics and increased access to Narcan and addiction treatment.

'I wouldn't be here': Ontario supervised consumption site users speak out on closures | CBC News

The closure of supervised consumption sites in Ontario may severely harm those with opioid addictions, raising fears among users and advocates.

Ontario's opioid strategy outdated, auditor general says | CBC News

Ontario's auditor general calls for a new comprehensive strategy to tackle the opioid crisis, criticizing the outdated abstinence-based model.

Has Fentanyl Peaked?

Overdose deaths declined in 2023 due to factors like natural course of drug epidemics and increased access to Narcan and addiction treatment.

'I wouldn't be here': Ontario supervised consumption site users speak out on closures | CBC News

The closure of supervised consumption sites in Ontario may severely harm those with opioid addictions, raising fears among users and advocates.
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OPINION: Policymakers should ensure struggling individuals receive help for drug addiction

Oregon repealed the drug decriminalization law Ballot Measure 110 due to rising issues with addiction, treatment services, and homelessness.
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Ozempic Could Be Used to Treat Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Study Finds

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic show promise in reducing cravings for alcohol and opioids, indicating potential new treatment avenues for addiction.

Gov. Kotek, Oregon Health Authority project another 465 new treatment beds

Oregon to add 465 new beds for mental health and addiction treatment by 2026, enhancing behavioral health resources.
#drug-overdose

Is there finally hope in America's overdose crisis?

There is a notable decline in drug overdose deaths across the U.S., generating hope among advocates and communities battling addiction.

Portland Takes Rehab on the Road

Portland firefighters will start administering opioid withdrawal medication as part of a new pilot program called MOUD.
The program aims to address the overwhelming number of drug overdose cases and streamline emergency medical response.

Is there finally hope in America's overdose crisis?

There is a notable decline in drug overdose deaths across the U.S., generating hope among advocates and communities battling addiction.

Portland Takes Rehab on the Road

Portland firefighters will start administering opioid withdrawal medication as part of a new pilot program called MOUD.
The program aims to address the overwhelming number of drug overdose cases and streamline emergency medical response.
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#california

California Drug Clinic Operator Convicted in $3 Million Kickback Scheme

Casey Mahoney was convicted for paying illegal kickbacks totaling $3 million for patient referrals to addiction treatment centers he operated.

California pays meth users up to $599 a year to get sober

Medi-Cal is utilizing an innovative program called 'contingency management' to help individuals struggling with stimulant addiction, providing financial incentives for staying clean.

Will audit prove that California's oversight of addiction treatment is as bad as some say?

California's addiction treatment industry faces severe regulation issues, fueled by scams and lack of enforcement despite evidence of chaos and ongoing challenges.

California Drug Clinic Operator Convicted in $3 Million Kickback Scheme

Casey Mahoney was convicted for paying illegal kickbacks totaling $3 million for patient referrals to addiction treatment centers he operated.

California pays meth users up to $599 a year to get sober

Medi-Cal is utilizing an innovative program called 'contingency management' to help individuals struggling with stimulant addiction, providing financial incentives for staying clean.

Will audit prove that California's oversight of addiction treatment is as bad as some say?

California's addiction treatment industry faces severe regulation issues, fueled by scams and lack of enforcement despite evidence of chaos and ongoing challenges.
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People Taking Semaglutide Appear to Be WAY Less Likely to Die of an Opioid Overdose

Semaglutide-based injectables significantly lower the risk of death from opioid overdose in diabetes patients compared to other medications.
#drug-policy

Ontario needs holistic approach to drug treatment amid consumption site closures, doctor says | CBC Radio

The Ontario government's decision to close 10 drug consumption sites indicates a shift in addiction strategy, emphasizing community safety concerns over harm reduction.

Ontario's ban on drug consumption sites near schools, daycares affects some Toronto shelter services: province | CBC News

The proposed law will close supervised drug consumption sites near schools to reduce overdose risks, impacting facilities in homeless shelters as well.

Ontario needs holistic approach to drug treatment amid consumption site closures, doctor says | CBC Radio

The Ontario government's decision to close 10 drug consumption sites indicates a shift in addiction strategy, emphasizing community safety concerns over harm reduction.

Ontario's ban on drug consumption sites near schools, daycares affects some Toronto shelter services: province | CBC News

The proposed law will close supervised drug consumption sites near schools to reduce overdose risks, impacting facilities in homeless shelters as well.
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Matthew Perry's assistant and 2 doctors among those charged in his death

Several individuals, including doctors, charged for their role in administering dangerous levels of ketamine to Matthew Perry, leading to his overdose death.

San Francisco Overdose Deaths Fall to Lowest Level Since Pre-Pandemic | KQED

Methadone's overregulation hinders treatment access, necessitating a shift towards more flexible policies for effective addiction management.

Brooklyn Street Renaming Honors Dr. Primm, START NY Founder

START NY honored Dr. Beny J. Primm by naming a street after him in recognition of his dedicated work in combating addiction and HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Primm's legacy as a community builder and advocate for justice and equity is honored through the street naming, marking his visionary approaches in prevention and treatment.

San Francisco Reports Decline in Drug Overdose Deaths So Far This Year | KQED

A pilot program offers medication access for unhoused people with addiction, including telehealth consultations and prescriptions like buprenorphine, improving treatment accessibility and support services.

Seattle to open overdose recovery center amid rising deaths

Seattle is creating a recovery center in a hotel for overdose survivors with health needs, providing medical care and connecting them to treatment services.

Bill could end holdup for California research on psychedelics and addiction treatment

California lawmakers are addressing delays in addiction treatment and psychedelics research caused by the Research Advisory Panel of California.

How do you help patients who show up in the ER 100 times a year?

Bringing multiple services to individuals with high needs can stabilize their health, though it may not lead to cost savings.

Alberta, Ontario, Sask. announce partnership to create recovery-focused addictions treatment | CBC News

Provinces are partnering to develop addiction treatment systems focused on recovery, sharing policy ideas to manage the crisis.
Formation of Recovery Alberta organization to handle mental health and addiction services in Alberta, with concerns raised about the transition process.

How Portugal eased its opioid epidemic, while U.S. drug deaths skyrocketed

Portugal's approach to addiction focuses on healthcare and treatment, leading to a drastic decrease in fatal overdoses.
In Portugal, drug deaths are rare compared to the U.S., with a significant contrast in overdose rates between the two countries.

Against Medical Advice: Another Deadly Consequence of Our Opioid Epidemic

Patients with addiction face challenges in receiving proper medical treatment.
Deescalation techniques are crucial when dealing with agitated patients.

San Francisco's Prop F: Will requiring drug treatment for cash aid fix the city's fentanyl crisis?

San Francisco Mayor London Breed is rallying support for Proposition F, a measure aimed at addressing the city's fentanyl crisis.
Proposition F would require people struggling with addiction to enroll in treatment in order to continue receiving cash assistance from the city.

The Captive Imagination by Elias Dakwar review a window into addiction

The Captive Imagination by Elias Dakwar explores addiction and treatment with a mix of personal reflection and scientific insight.
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