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Recent HIV Spike from Drug Needles Highlights Ohio Drug Problem

Ohio health officials reported some alarming preliminary statistics highlighting an ongoing Ohio drug problem in the suburbs of Cincinnati. According to a public health press release, eight new cases of HIV have been recorded in Butler county since the start of 2021. While this number is seemingly low, it represents a 700% increase from the...
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10 Reasons to Start Rehab Before the Holidays This Year

No matter how much you love your family and friends, it’s no secret that the holidays are a difficult time of year for a lot of people. Yes, it’s a time to celebrate, but it’s also hard to enjoy the holiday season when you’re struggling with a substance use disorder. Moreover, pressure to “perform” for...
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Teen Drug Abuse: The 10 Most Common Addictive Drugs Used by Teens

Teen drug abuse can be incredibly dangerous, and it often goes undetected by parents. Here’s an overview on how to tell if your teen might be abusing drugs and the most common addictive drugs teens use. Why Teens Abuse Drugs Understanding the reasons for teen drug abuse may be the first step in noticing whether...
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How a Drug or Alcohol Addiction Affects Your Immune System

Consistent, prolonged, and excessive consumption of alcohol or drugs can weaken your immune system, making you more likely to get sick, struggle to fight off infections, develop sepsis, and are more prone to viral infections passed through blood or body fluids. Healing addiction and immune system weakness is possible.. Drugs affect your body in various...
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Medication for Addiction Treatment: What You Need To Know

If you are addicted to alcohol or drugs, medication can potentially help you safely detox from drugs and minimize withdrawal symptoms. At Ridgeview Behavioral Hospital, we offer medically supervised detox services, which helps you successfully start your path to recovery in a safe manner. Ridgeview Behavioral Hospital can help you learn about medications for addiction...
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