It’s important to stay updated on the latest migraine research and treatment strategies. The American Migraine Foundation Resource Library provides a wealth of articles designed to assist you in understanding your symptoms and treatment options. Receiving a formal migraine diagnosis is the first milestone when working with your doctor to identify a personalized and effective […]
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, about 17 million American adults have alcohol use disorders, and another 855,000 people (aged 12 to 17 years old) live with the same. We invite healthcare professionals including physicians, physician assistants, nurses, pharmacists, and psychologists to complete a post-test after reviewing this article to earn FREE […]
Published in 1939, the AA Big Book contains 11 chapters that include personal stories and spiritual insights. AA began in 1935 when two men in Akron, Ohio, were searching for a way to stay sober; they found it by forming a support group. They later developed the 12 steps, the first being accepting one’s inability […]
All participants reported re-using their own syringes at varying frequency and typically dependent on sterile syringe availability to the individual. Most described cleaning the needle after each use with either tap or bottled water, some noted that there were still visible blood products within the syringe prior to next use. Seven participants reported daily polysubstance […]
Unlike blood tests, they do not require extensive training to administer, so they are sometimes used to detect drugs. However, drugs typically do not stay in saliva as long as they stay in urine, making saliva tests less common than urine tests. Drugs can be detectable in urine for hours or days, depending on the […]
The person may not realize there’s such an issue that others have noticed, and a conversation free of judgment can bring about more awareness. Temperatures are heating up—and that means more challenges for people in recovery. So often, books and treatment are focused on the partner with the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) while spouses receive […]