As America’s opioid crisis rages on, dangerous new synthetic opioids continue to flood the illicit drug market, increasing the risk of overdose and deaths for those who abuse opioid drugs. One of these dangerous drugs is known as carfentanil: a deadly synthetic opioid that is intended for large animals but is being abused by humans […]
In 2016, a dangerous synthetic opioid drug nicknamed “Pink” was linked to at least 46 deaths. In 2017, it was linked to at least 17 more.1 The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) temporarily classified U-47700 (or Pink) as a Schedule 1 drug but all synthetic opioids continue to be a very real danger for anyone who […]
Mephedrone is a dangerous and illegal substance. If you or a loved one is addicted to mephedrone, you may need to complete a medically assisted drug detox program before enrolling in rehab.
A new street drug is on the rise and a single dose of it may prove to be deadly. If you have a loved one who suffers from substance abuse problems, you’ll want to know all about this new drug, how accessible it is, and what it can do.
An alarming amount of college students are abusing drugs and alcohol. According to a 2016 report, more than one-third of full-time college students ages 18 to 22 engaged in binge drinking in the past month and about 1 in 5 used an illicit drug in the past month.1 College-age students may use drugs for a […]
Many prescription drugs can be addictive when they are misused or taken for much longer than intended. The same is true for Xanax. If your doctor writes you a prescription for Xanax, you should always take it as prescribed, or if you feel uncomfortable, seek out a second medical opinion for other medication options. Otherwise, […]
