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‘Get Well or Die’: A State Senator Reveals His Addiction Battle
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Peter Harckham’s struggles with substance abuse have shaped his views on opioid addiction and the legalization of marijuana.Harm reduction..it saves lives!
Opinion: I used to believe safe drug sites were bad, but I was wrong
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I used to agree with premiers Jason Kenney and Doug Ford that supervised consumption sites are a horrible idea. But a few years ago, I started noticing people were dying. The number grew to hundred...Check it out! October 9th - Frederick, MD!
Sharing Solutions Maryland: Opioids and the Workforce
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Sharing Solutions Maryland: Opioids and the Workforce.If you are tempted to disregard the title of this article for any reason, please consider investing time to read for a deeper dive into reality.
Why Aren't There More People of Color in the Recovery Movement? | The Fix
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For many white people, recovery is a redemption story, proof that they were good people all along. For people of color, a known history of drug use might be the only excuse a prospective employer needs to shut the door.Mind Blown...who knew?
This video is a short inside look at four people now in recovery. Done by a sister who wanted to know more about how her brother suffered before he lost his life to substance use disorder.
Secrecy that kills....here's some facts. Take a few minutes to read and come to your own opinion....
Special Report: How judges added to the grim toll of opioids
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The opioid epidemic that has so far killed half a million Americans is routinely...Opioid Bill: SUPPORT
Now before the US House with agreements with Senate. see following for links and more information!
Combating the Opioid Crisis: Legislation - Energy and Commerce Committee
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H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act H.R. 6, the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act, introduced by Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR), Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin....New Date!!
With the threat of Hurricane Florence, the first annual Howard County Recovery Walk was rescheduled for Saturday, October 27th
I predict a stunning fall day to celebrate recovery - register here to join us!
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Howard County Recovery Walk 2018 A walk to support those in the journey of recovery. Live music, resources and free food (while supplies last). Saturday, October 27, 201810:00am—1:00pm(Registration begins at 10:00)Ellicott City Assembly of God10600 Frederick RdEllicott City, MD 21042 For additiona...For patients, families and friends...
ASAM Pocket Guidelines and Patient Guide - ASAM Opioid Patient Piece
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ASAM Opioid Addiction Treatment GUIDELINES Apps and Pocket Guides brought to you courtesy of Guideline Central. Enjoy!time.com
He left it at Purdue Pharma and refused to move itOpinion | America’s 150-Year Opioid Epidemic
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What can the country learn from the opium crisis of the 19th century?