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Cocaethylene: Understanding the Risks of Using Cocaine and Alcohol Together

Cocaethylene is not a drug you can buy, but the side effects it produces can be equally as dangerous as…

18 hours ago

What You Need to Know About Mixing Opioids and Alcohol

Like many people, you may be using prescription opioids to manage chronic pain while continuing to enjoy a mixed drink…

1 week ago

Pink Cocaine: Another Deadly Drug Cocktail to Avoid

In the last few years, new deadly drugs have appeared at a rapid rate. These drugs are often a lethal…

3 weeks ago

Drugs in Halloween Candy: Is It a Real Threat?

Protecting children from harm is every parent’s priority and there are times when an extra bit of caution is needed. …

4 weeks ago

Lyrica:  Why Is It a Controlled Substance?

The prescription drug, Lyrica (pregabalin), is a Schedule V controlled substance.  This means it has a low potential for abuse…

1 month ago

Alcohol Detox at Home: Reasons Not to Do It

Detoxing from alcohol is the first step in living a healthier, more productive lifestyle.  But, alcohol detox is not as…

2 months ago

Galaxy Gas: Do You Know the Risks of This Dangerous Trend?

A dangerous, long-time inhalant misuse trend has reemerged bearing a new name, “Galaxy Gas”.  Parents should familiarize themselves with the…

2 months ago

The Benefits of Sobriety: What Rehab Can Do For You

The decision to seek treatment for drug or alcohol abuse isn’t easy. Like many others who need rehab, you can…

2 months ago

Lean Drink: 8 Shocking Facts You Need to Know

Lean drink, also known as purple drank, is prevalent among young people, and widely used in the entertainment and music…

2 months ago

Gas Station Heroin:  What You Need to Know About Tianeptine

Reports of incidents linked to the anti-depressant, Tianeptine, have risen to over 400 per year since 2015.  The FDA warns…

3 months ago