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Apr 10
Powerful Psychedelic Gains Renewed Attention as a Treatment for Opioid Addiction

Ibogaine, derived from a shrub in Central Africa, shows promise in combating opioid addiction and crack cocaine dependency, with small studies reporting remarkable efficacy.

Apr 10
Why Most Americans Who Need Substance Use Disorder Treatment Don’t Get It

Efforts to address stigma, expand access to care, and promote community engagement are essential to breaking down barriers and fostering a more equitable and compassionate approach to SUD treatment.

Mar 07
Mental Health Stigma In The Medical Profession

Through the stories of Dr. Lisa Harbury Lerner and Dr. Lorna Breen, we explore the pain mental health stigma causes.

Mar 07
Unprecedented FDA Reversal: The Search Is On For Opioid Replacements

Could FDA restrictions be the latest move in combating the opioid crisis? Discover the future of painkiller medications.

Mar 07
Ad Agency Pays Millions In Settlement for Fueling The Opioid Epidemic

Publicis Health paid a $350 million settlement for helping Purdue Pharma fuel the opioid epidemic with the marketing of OxyContin.

Mar 07
Opioids Top Homeland Security’s Annual Threat List

Haven Health Management explores the threat of opioids at the southern border.

Feb 08
Healthcare Disparities: Striving for Equity

By Chad Sabora Disparities in healthcare access have remained a persistent challenge in the United States. A core value in the quest for social justice, addressing these disparities is not just a goal for policymakers and healthcare professionals, it’s a call to action for all Americans. Equity in healthcare is not a luxury; it’s a […]

Feb 02
$285M To Put Mental Health Counselors In Schools

Vice President Kamala Harris announced that the Biden administration has invested $285 million to help schools hire and train more than 14,000 mental health counselors.  The $285 million is funded by the Safer Communities Act, the bipartisan gun violence prevention legislation signed by President Biden in June 2022. The funding provided is considered to be […]

Feb 02
NH House Passes Drug-Checking Bill For Public Safety

The New Hampshire House passed a bill legalizing drug-checking harm reduction measures for public safety.

Jan 31
The Future Of Healthcare Technology

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw rapid advancements in digital health and health technology as the virus prompted investors to pour substantial funding into the sector. When we could no longer leave our homes, healthcare providers quickly embraced telehealth capabilities. As we enter 2024, the landscape continues to evolve. While funding has slowed down since […]