When you’re watching TV, it's not uncommon to hear a commercial for a medication. During this commercial, there’s a time when someone spits out a list, rapid-fire, of things that […]
Between 2019 and 2021, overdose deaths have spiked by over 50% in Oregon. Preliminary data from 2022 shows us that things aren’t getting much better. Studies show that the culprit […]
You’ve probably heard this everywhere lately, but fentanyl is still at the center of America’s opioid epidemic. 3 million people are struggling with opioid addiction nationwide. 9% of all teens […]
The opioid epidemic has gained a lot of traction lately, and rightfully so: opioid use has become an American epidemic. But there’s another drug that’s causing problems for Oregonians, and […]
Nearly 5.2 million people in the US have used cocaine in the last year. Of this 5.2 million, almost 1.3 million struggle with a cocaine use disorder. In 2019, Oregon […]
Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are tranquilizers designed to slow a person’s brain function. Benzos are commonly prescribed to treat insomnia, anxiety, and seizures. You may recognize some of the […]
Cocaine is a stimulant made from the coca plant, which is native to South America. People indigenous to areas where coca grew chewed on coca leaves for their energizing effect. […]
Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are less commonly talked about than other substances that can be misused. However, benzo dependence is becoming more prevalent in today’s society. Oregon Health and […]
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are known as tranquilizers. These medications are often prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, muscle spasms, and seizures. Benzos are some of the most commonly prescribed medications, with […]
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