Ohio in Crisis: State helping families hurt by opioid epidemic

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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX/WTTE) — The fight against the opioid crisis is far from over, but progress is being made to help Ohio’s families.

The public health epidemic has claimed the lives of thousands of Ohioans. In 2018, 3,764 died statewide as a result of an unintentional overdose. Fentanyl was involved … Read More

All About SuboxoneⓇ | Suboxone information, Uses & Purpose, How to Use Suboxone, How to Get Suboxone, Suboxone Side Effects, and Providers

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what is suboxone?

Today’s post will talk about Suboxone, a drug used to assist in the treatment of opioid addiction. Suboxone is not a cure to addiction, but a powerful medication to support someone in recovery. Suboxone works by curbing cravings and minimizing withdrawal symptoms and it comes as a suboxone pill or … Read More

DEA supporting Medication-Assisted Treatment in Opioid Recovery Efforts in Rural Communities

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The DEA is providing support in improving access to MAT (medication-assisted treatment), especially in rural communities where those suffering with an opioid use disorder are affected the hardest and are very limited in their treatment options.

“Thankfully, prescription opioid overdose deaths have declined more than 13 percent, but thousands of … Read More