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Jul 25, 2023
What Are the Most Dangerous Drugs in Maryland?
In a single quarter of 2021, Maryland suffered 1,358 unexpected fatalities due to dangerous drugs and alcohol, a devastating revelation from the Maryland Department of…
Jul 21, 2023
Sometimes Even Friends Can Lead to Substance Abuse Relapse in Baltimore
Overcoming Peer Pressure and Strengthening Relapse PreventionExcuse me, but, did we say, friends? Let’s step back a moment and start with the big picture.What do…
Jul 21, 2023
Get Substance Use Treatment In Chicago While Working
Substance use difficulties have been on the rise in both Chicago and St. Charles in recent years. Unfortunately, drug and alcohol addiction has impacted every…
Jul 17, 2023
Overdoses Hit Record High
Opioid-related deaths are startlingly high throughout New England, well above the national average. Dr. Heidi Ginter, Chief Medical Officer for Recovery Centers of America, joined…
Jun 30, 2023
Stages of Alcoholism
Do you remember when you had your first drink? Maybe you went to parties in college. Everyone else was going and it seemed like a fun…
Jun 30, 2023
Meth Overdose
Most drugs don’t have a specific region that they’re more saturated in across the country. When it comes to methamphetamine, however, it has a bit…
Jun 24, 2023
Starting Fresh: Developing New Coping Mechanisms in Recovery
Quitting using drugs and alcohol is only one part of addiction recovery. The other part involves developing healthy coping skills for the intense emotions and…
Jun 24, 2023
Crucial First Steps in Recovery: Overcoming Withdrawal
Drugs and alcohol can alter the normal functioning of your brain and body, leading to addiction. When you quit using after prolonged use, your body…
Jun 16, 2023
Recovery Centers of America’s VP of Nursing Operations Now CEO of Its Raritan Bay Facility
LeoDante Ognibene, corporate vice president of nursing operations at King of Prussia-based Recovery Centers of America, has been promoted to the position of CEO at Recovery Centers…
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