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Mixing Benzodiazepines & Opioids: Effects and Dangers

February 11, 2026
Mixing opioids with benzodiazepines can be dangerous and increase the risk of overdose and death.1 Understanding the risks of taking benzodiazepines and opioids together can help you avoid serious harm. Learn why mixing benzos and opioid…

Risks & Effects of Alcohol Abuse While Pregnant

February 4, 2026
Alcohol use during pregnancy carries serious risks for both mother and child. There is no known safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy, and heavy or chronic drinking may result in long-term complications, congenital disabilities, or pre…

The Dangers of Mixing Ambien and Alcohol

January 24, 2026
Ambien, or zolpidem, is a commonly prescribed medicine for sleep disorders, like insomnia. While it can be effective, the potential for abuse and other dangers of Ambien can be underestimated. It is critical to learn more about Ambien si…

What Is Chroming? Signs, Effects, and Dangers

January 16, 2026
Many teens and young adults are engaging in chroming, a method of using commonly available products — including permanent markers, aerosol deodorants, hair spray, and paint thinners — to get high.1 The practice took off on social media t…

Benefits of Starting Rehab in January 

December 23, 2025
The start of a new year represents possibility. It is a symbolic clean slate, a moment when people everywhere commit to healthier habits, re-evaluate priorities, and set new goals for their lives. For someone considering addiction treatm…

6 Tips for a Successful Dry January

December 11, 2024
Dry January is a popular movement where individuals commit to abstaining from alcohol for the entire month of January. It offers an opportunity to reset habits, explore life without alcohol, and experience a variety of benefits. From imp…

Staying Sober During the Holidays: 5 Tips for Success

November 15, 2024
The holiday season is often a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for individuals navigating addiction recovery, it can also be a time of heightened stress and temptation. With social gatherings, family expectations, and…

Free Narcan Training and STD Testing

October 14, 2024
Narcan, or naloxone, is a crucial tool in the fight against opioid overdoses. This life-saving medication can rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, preventing fatalities and giving people a second chance. With opioid overdos…

How to Quit Fentanyl

January 5, 2024
Overcoming an addiction to fentanyl, a potent opioid many times stronger than heroin, is a challenging but crucial journey toward reclaiming control of your life. The question of how to quit fentanyl is not just about stopping drug use. …

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