For International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, the San Diego County Administration Center lit up a beautiful purple, a sad reminder of the ongoing crisis and the lives lost […]
In 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 43, granting counties a two-year period to adopt an updated conservatorship law aimed at addressing addiction and mental health issues among the […]
New numbers from the CDC show that overdoses decreased in 2023 across the United States by 3%. For California, the news is even better, looking at a possible 4% reduction […]
In response to the escalating overdose crisis gripping America, the White House has issued a compelling call to action: the White House Challenge to Save Lives from Overdose. This nationwide […]
Nitazenes are a type of strong synthetic opioid that has recently been found tainting drugs like heroin. For many drug users, they are also a new addiction. But where do […]
Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals often face stresses the general public cannot imagine. Healthcare professionals are grappling with the daunting challenges of an increasingly flawed healthcare system. Even before […]
A substance use disorder (SUD) care plan is a comprehensive and individualized approach to addressing the complex needs of individuals struggling with substance abuse. Not every treatment center handles care […]
Substance use disorders in jails are a complex issue that has gained increased attention in recent years. Many governments are recognizing the need to address this problem through a combination […]
Street drugs are often adulterated with various substances, but most people don’t think about that when they’re using them. However, in the past few years, fentanyl has been found as […]
While much of California was hit by flooding, it’s hard to overlook the effects that climate change may have on our addicted populations, especially those who are unhoused or living […]
