addiction medicine

First Responders in Ohio Can Now Carry Life-Saving Heroin Overdose Antidote

First responders in Ohio can now carry life-saving heroin overdose antidote
Friends and family members of addicts now have access to the drug that reverses an overdose in seconds, and all first responders, including police officers, firefighters and basic paramedics, can carry naloxone. The bill's "Good Samaritan" clause …
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Addiction Treatment: American Society of Addiction Medicine Releases Standards of Care for Addiction Specialist Physicians

American Society of Addiction Medicine releases standards of care for addiction specialist physicians
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CHEVY CHASE, Md., Feb. 20, 2014 /Emag.co.uk/ – The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) announces its release of the Standards of Care for the… via Emag.co.uk
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Addiction Treatment: Can Recovery Apps Ever Replace Face-to-Face Addiction Treatment? – Huffington Post

Can Recovery Apps Ever Replace Face-To-Face Addiction Treatment? – Huffington Post
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Can Recovery Apps Ever Replace Face-To-Face Addiction Treatment?
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Smartphones connect us to other people, resources and information faster than ever, but there two sides to the emerging use of technology in addiction… Continue reading

Addiction Treatment: Standards of Care for the Addiction Specialist Physician Released by ASAM

Standards of Care for the Addiction Specialist Physician released by ASAM
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The American Society of Addiction Medicine announces its release of the Standards of Care for the Addiction Specialist Physician. Drafted by a diverse panel of addiction treatment providers, researchers and academicians and clinical outcomes experts,… Continue reading

Addiction Treatment: “Bangor’s Burden” Part 2: Addiction Treatment Controversy – WABI

“Bangor’s Burden” Part 2: Addiction Treatment Controversy – WABI
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“Bangor's Burden” Part 2: Addiction Treatment Controversy
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Studies suggest opiate addiction is a serious problem here. A 2011 federal report shows that Mainers are seeking treatment at a higher rate than any other state. Bangor is… Continue reading

Addiction Treatment: American Society of Addiction Medicine Releases Standards of Care for Addiction Specialist Physicians

American Society of Addiction Medicine releases standards of care for addiction specialist physicians
Filed under: Addiction Treatment

CHEVY CHASE, Md., Feb. 20, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) announces its release of the Standards of Care for the Addiction Specialist Physician. Drafted by a… Continue reading