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Opioid Overdose: Spotting the Signs to Save Lives

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She was not heroin. He was not morphine. They were not codeine. She was a mother. He was a brother. They were friends and family members. Those we have lost to an opioid overdose were not a problem, they were people. They had names, faces,…
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What Happens if You Take Too Much Suboxone? Can This Healing Medication Become a Bad Thing?

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Do you worry about a loved one taking Suboxone? That if they take too much, they might return to using opioids again? It’s understandable to be worried, especially if you are unfamiliar with Suboxone and how the treatment process works.…
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What Is a Speedball: Knowing the Slang Names for Polysubstance Use

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Your son has been acting differently, to the point he’s skipping classes and thinking of dropping out of college. You can’t help but wonder – what is going on? A quick search of his phone, when he’s not looking, reveals texts about…
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Where to Find Narcan in Johnson City and How It Can Save Lives

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We have all seen statistics surrounding the opioid epidemic, numbers about deaths, arrests, babies born dependent, and more. Behind each number is a life – a family member, loved one, close friend, even coworker. Losing a loved one to…
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Opium vs. Heroin: Knowing the Difference

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As a parent or loved one who doesn’t take substances, it can be difficult to understand the reasons behind opioid use disorders. Why did my loved one start taking heroin? Who invented it in the first place; who would make something that…
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How Long After Doing Heroin Can I Take Suboxone

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Have you tried to stop using heroin but nothing has seemed to work? Have you thought about Suboxone but fear how bad the withdrawal process will be? You are not alone, and many have taken the path successfully to stop their heroin use.…
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Where to Find Narcan in Knoxville and How to Use It to Save Lives

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The scope of the matter is simple – overdoses can happen to anyone at any time, and often to loved ones we least expect. In 2023, almost 500 suspected overdose deaths occurred in Knox County. Here at ReVIDA® Recovery, we bring education…
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Street Names for Codeine

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Dope. Crystal. China Girl. Street names have been around for years, and many have heard them in passing or in the news. But what happens when your teen has some friends over and you hear strange and unknown terms?  What if they start talking…