Every May, we celebrate National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM), a declaration that encourages United States citizens to observe the month of May by honoring the current and former members of the U.S Armed Forces, including those who died serving their country. Introduced in 1999 by Senator John McCain, both the Senate and House of Representatives…
Too often, individuals are unable to recognize the signs of alcoholism. Whether it is because alcohol is so common or because the signs are subtle, not recognizing alcoholism in a friend or loved one can be dangerous. The first step to helping an individual recover from alcoholism is identifying there is a problem. What is…
On April 5, 2018 the US surgeon general issued a rare public health advisory recommending that more Americans carry the life-saving drug Naloxone. The last such advisory was issued in 2005 and focused on drinking during pregnancy. Naloxone, also known as Narcan ,can be administered to save the life of someone who is overdosing on…
First launched in 1999, by the National Institute of Health (NIH), National Alcohol Screening Day (NASD) is an outreach, education, and screening program meant to raise awareness about the harmful consequences of problem drinking. NASD can also connect individuals who are at risk with different treatment options. Held annually, on the first Thursday of April,…
When individuals are searching for addiction treatment, they’ll have access to numerous options, including non profit rehab centers which offer an array of benefits to individuals seeking a new life. Learn how they help individuals get sober for good. What Are Non Profit Rehab Centers? True to their name, non profit rehab centers aren’t motivated…
In a study conducted by Dr. Scott G. Weiner, from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Massachusetts, one in ten Massachusetts patients who were saved from an overdose by the lifesaving drug Narcan went on to die within a year. The study followed what happened to thousands of patients who received the drug Naloxone, also known…
With Christmas and New Year’s almost here, it is important for people in recovery to have a plan of action to help maintain sobriety during the holiday season. Holiday stress, expectations, and endless holiday parties and gatherings make this time of year difficult for individuals who are trying to abstain from drugs and alcohol. The…