Alcohol & Drug Abuse News

Medindia's Press Release’ section provides the latest press release on Alcohol & Drug Abuse from across the world for the global audience. This page links to 1110 Alcohol & Drug Abuse press releases.

Government of Canada supporting solutions and rapid responses to the substance use and overdose crisis

Canada NewsWire OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 11, 2024 The government is launching call for proposals for urgent community support to help municipalities and First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 11, 2024 /CNW/ - No community ...


Ophelia Expands Opioid Addiction Treatment in New Jersey, Now Serving 89% of Medicaid Patients

PR Newswire NEW YORK, Oct. 2, 2024 NEW YORK, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ophelia, a virtual opioid addiction treatment provider, today announced that it is now serving Medicaid patients statewide in New Jersey. Ophelia has been serving ...

New Shatterproof National Poll: Majority of U.S. Adults Misunderstand and Hold Negative Perceptions of People with Substance Use Disorders

PR Newswire NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 30, 2024 Majority of adults (74%) don't believe a person with a substance use disorder (SUD) is experiencing a chronic medical illness. Read the full results. NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ ...

Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge and Naaman Announce the Grand Opening of a New Resource Center in Kensington to Address Substance Use Disorder and Homelessness

PR Newswire PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 18, 2024 PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge (PAATC) and Naaman are excited to announce the grand opening of the Naaman Resource Center. This new community hub ...

Guardian finds impact of tobacco usage goes beyond physical health, influencing mental and financial wellness

PR Newswire NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2024 58% of tobacco users say it has a negative impact on their overall well-being, with many turning to their workplace benefits for cessation support. NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According ...

Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP and Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP Announce a $300 Million Class Action Settlement for Third Party Payors That Paid or Reimbursed Costs for Prescription Opioids or Treatment Related to Opioid Misuse, Addiction, and/or Overdose

PR Newswire SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17, 2024 SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  LEGAL NOTICE Third-Party Payors: If you paid or reimbursed costs for prescription opioids, or paid or incurred costs for treatment related to ...

Prestigious Federal Grant from the Office of National Drug Control Policy Awarded to Seven Arkansas Coalitions to Address Local Substance Use Problems

PR Newswire ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 10, 2024 ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership (ARORP) is proud to announce that seven of thirteen Coalition Partnership Empowerment (COPE) coalitions who ...

AFSP Applauds New Parity Rule Enforcing Parity in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Coverage

PR Newswire WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2024 WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the nation's leading suicide prevention organization dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to ...

From 2020 to 2023, Mental Health Disorders in Pregnant Women Rose 53 Percent, While Substance Use Disorders in Pregnant Women Increased 8 Percent, according to New FAIR Health Study

PR Newswire NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2024 Vaginal Deliveries Outnumbered C-sections by About Two to One Nationally from 2020 to 2023 During That Same Period, Several Nonphysician Specialties Increased in Their Share of Claim Lines on the Day ...

Significant Drop in Youth E-Cigarette Use Marks Progress, But Nearly 40% of Teens Who Vape Frequently Remain at High Risk for Nicotine Addiction, a Serious Public Health Concern

PR Newswire WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2024 Statement from Kathy Crosby, Truth Initiative CEO and President WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) shows significant progress in reducing youth ...

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Why Alcohol Should Carry Cancer Risk Label

Why Alcohol Should Carry Cancer Risk Label

Learn about the link between alcohol and cancer, health risks, and strategies to cut back for a healthier life.

Is Smoking a Cause of Chronic Kidney Disease? The Debate Continues

Is Smoking a Cause of Chronic Kidney Disease? The Debate Continues

A recent study questions the smoking-CKD link, highlighting the role of other health factors.

Digital Detox: App-Based Solution for Opioid Addiction

Digital Detox: App-Based Solution for Opioid Addiction

Patients using a smartphone app combining behavioral therapy, peer support, and medication reduced opioid use by 35% compared to those treated with medication alone.

How Alcohol Hijacks the Brain: Disrupted Learning and Adaptability

How Alcohol Hijacks the Brain: Disrupted Learning and Adaptability

Discover groundbreaking research on how chronic alcohol use affects cognitive flexibility and brain signaling circuits, revealing new therapeutic targets for AUD.

Dual Use of Vapes and Cigarettes: A Barrier to Quitting

Dual Use of Vapes and Cigarettes: A Barrier to Quitting

Dual users of cigarettes and vapes face challenges in quitting, with most reverting to smoking. Discover the impact of dual use on smoking cessation efforts.

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