Heroin is not legal anywhere. Unlike other opioids in its class, heroin isn’t prescribed post-surgery or for chronic pain management. It is an illicitly manufactured opioid, which means it’s made in labs that aren’t regulated with ingredients that are often incredibly harmful. And yet, people continue to buy heroin in droves, risking their health and […]
If you’re recovering from a substance use disorder, regular drug screens may be a reality for you. If you’re looking for a new job or if your current job requires drug testing, this can be worrisome when you’re recovering. After all, medications like Suboxone® (buprenorphine) are prescribed to treat addiction, but aren’t they still considered […]
The opioid crisis has made employee drug screenings a lot more popular than they used to be. This can be nerve-wracking for some, especially if you’re applying for your dream job. You don’t use illegal substances. You’re not on prescription opioids. But the test tells a different story. Why? And what can you do? Surprisingly, […]
Fentanyl was never meant to be smoked, but a recent study suggests that more and more people are making the switch from injecting fentanyl to smoking it. Some physicians are saying that smoking fentanyl might fall under the umbrella of “harm reduction”. After all, injecting any substance (illegally) comes with the risk of needle sharing, […]
Since 1999, almost 1 million people have lost their lives to a drug overdose. The majority of these overdose deaths are caused by synthetic opioids like fentanyl. This isn’t uncommon knowledge. Most people have heard about the dangers of this opioid. Those who illicitly sell fentanyl on the streets (dealers) know this better than anyone […]
It’s no secret that fentanyl has become a problem – especially here in Appalachia, where 69% of all overdose deaths are caused by opioids. Undoubtedly, the scariest thing about fentanyl is its ability to hide. Dealers who mix fentanyl with other illicit substances, such as heroin or cocaine, are on the rise. Because fentanyl is […]
Fentanyl is sneaky. Not just because it’s often hiding in other substances (like heroin or cocaine), but because it’s so powerful. A tiny amount of fentanyl can cause harm to your body. In 2021, 70,601 deaths were caused by fentanyl in the United States. That’s over 26 times the amount of deaths caused by fentanyl […]
If you or someone you love is managing an opioid use disorder, you’re not the only one. In Tennessee, there are around 143 opioid prescriptions for every 100 people. (Yes, you read that right.) Opioid use is very common, as is opioid addiction. At ReVIDA® Recovery, we make it our mission to inform our Appalachian […]
If you’re feeling like you’re at the mercy of your heroin use, you’re not alone. The overdose mortality rates in Appalachia are over 65% higher than in the rest of the nation. In the United States, we’re losing over 47,000 people to drug overdoses every year – many of them involving heroin or fentanyl. It […]
Let’s talk about hydrocodone (Vicodin®) and alcohol, what happens when they’re mixed, and why they aren’t safe to take together. What Is Vicodin and What Is It Used For? Hydrocodone (Vicodin®) is an opioid that’s often used to treat chronic, severe, or post-surgical pain. In the right environment and with a doctor’s prescription, hydrocodone (Vicodin®) […]
