Undergoing major surgery can be a daunting experience, and managing postoperative pain effectively is crucial for a smooth recovery. Opiates are commonly prescribed to alleviate severe pain following ...

Opiate addiction is a growing concern across the globe, affecting millions of individuals and their families. While many are aware of the dangers associated with illegal drugs, fewer people recognize ...

Twenty-four percent of US adolescent treatment centers do not use a “lifesaving” medication. An article appeared today in the Journal of the American Medical Association titled “Treatments Used Among ...

As a pharmacist for HCMC and Hennepin emergency services, Holly Drone has seen a lot. But when Drone described the pain of opiate withdrawal on patients, she turned to her clients’ and co-workers’ ...

Kentucky will be hosting a summit in La Grange on November 30 to offer state residents the chance to learn about ibogaine, a psychedelic substance suspected to have potential in helping patients with ...

Anyone who takes opioids can develop opioid use disorder (OUD), which includes addiction, whether they take prescription opioids or illegal opioids such as heroin. However, treatment and support are ...

The number of heroin and opiate overdoses is a statewide problem that is getting worse. Drug deaths related to heroin and opiates have skyrocketed, and recent data shows heroin and opiates were ...

Most people think addiction means a person has severe withdrawal when not taking alcohol or drugs. But withdrawal symptoms ...

Too many metal musicians — hell, too many people — have lost their battle with opioid addiction. From Dave Brockie to Layne Staley to up-and-coming artists that never make it big, it’s hard to fathom ...