We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
Overdose deaths more than doubled in Maryland from 2015 to 2020, with 44.6 fatalities per 100,000 people compared to 20.9 per 100,000 five years prior.1 Another critical fact to consider is that fentanyl was responsible for a large portion of overdoses (both fatal and nonfatal), at a rate of 108%…
Overdose deaths in Butler County have increased an alarming 125% from 2012 to 2017, with Middletown having the second highest number of overdose deaths at 235, only second to Hamilton with 292.1 This is understandably concerning, but you can find help by choosing the right MAT clinic in Middletown, OH.…
Middletown is one of the towns most impacted by opioid addiction in Butler County. Between 2016 and 2018, there were a total of 1,991 overdoses recorded, 204 of which were fatal.1 Although these statistics are unsettling, the opioid epidemic does not have to continue taking lives. Learning how to find…
According to Randolph County’s 2019 Community Health Assessment, drug and alcohol abuse impacts a majority of residents. Of those who completed the survey, 77.03% (684 respondents) admitted to participating in drug use, and 63.85% (567 respondents) stated that they engaged in alcohol abuse.1 With statistics like these, it is clear…
KEY TAKEAWAYS As states continue to legalize marijuana (also known as cannabis), it becomes more acceptable in culture and society. Some people may wonder if it is also acceptable to use marijuana while in recovery for a substance or alcohol use disorder. Recovery requires us to stop behavior, like marijuana…
One size never fits all – especially when it comes to treating men and women with substance use disorders. Women face unique challenges when it comes to addiction, rehab, and recovery from a substance use disorder. BrightView recently gathered some of its experts to discuss engaging women in treatment.…
Despite increased access to Narcan (or naloxone), drug overdoses in Randolph County have remained high for the past few years, with 664 overdoses in 2019 and 589 in 2023.1 And out of the 589 overdoses this year, 55 of those were fatal. Illegal drugs were involved in the vast majority…
Opioid addiction is a problem that affects millions of Americans every year. In North Carolina alone, there are thousands of overdose deaths annually, with opioids accounting for the majority of those deaths. Fortunately, there are options available to those struggling with addiction. One of the most effective treatments for opioid…
If you or a loved one struggles with fentanyl addiction, it’s essential to understand that recovery is possible. However, the process of fentanyl withdrawal can be physically and mentally challenging. Here, we’ll explain what to expect during fentanyl withdrawal, including symptoms and timeline, and how BrightView can help with fentanyl…
