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The Addiction Prevention Coalition (APC) hosted its Eighth Annual End Addiction Walk (EAD) on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at City Walk Amphitheater. This event was curated to help raise awareness of the substance use epidemic taking place in communities across the state and country. Since its inception, APC has been on a mission to reduce […]

Fentanyl is a powerful opioid drug that is responsible for the vast majority of opioid overdose deaths nationwide. In fact, synthetic opioids, primarily fentanyl, were responsible for approximately 70,601 drug overdose deaths in 2021 alone.[1] However, another drug is being brought to light in the headlines because of its potential for overdose and death: nitazenes.

Addiction is not something that develops overnight. It is the cumulation of risk factors, including both genetic and environmental factors, mental or emotional challenges, and repeated substance abuse. If you ask an addict or someone in recovery about the first time they got high, you’ll likely find that the first time they used drugs was

In an age when social media platforms are often criticized for their negative impact on mental health, addiction recovery, an area that is often stigmatized, has found an unexpected source of support. A growing movement of recovery-supportive environments is emerging across social media platforms–from Facebook to TikTok, providing a lifeline and extra support to those

Addiction is a far-reaching disease that has devastating impacts on those who suffer from it. However, it doesn’t just affect the addicted individual–it also affects their families and loved ones. Families of people with substance use disorders go through a lot when dealing with an addicted loved one, and they need support, too. Fortunately, there

Dr. Ellen Eaton, an Infectious Disease Specialist at UAB, is renowned for her work in HIV and AIDS and as a result, the connection to substance use. Within her first year of medical school, Ellen knew she wanted to specialize in infectious diseases, after becoming fascinated with both the medical microbiology and the social science

Even though fewer people are smoking traditional cigarettes, vaping using e-cigarettes is more popular than ever before. In 2019, approximately 27.5% of high school students used vape products, and nearly 1 million youth e-cigarette users use their vapes on a daily basis.[1] The average vape delivers more nicotine per puff than the average cigarette, making

In an age when social media platforms are often criticized for their negative impact on mental health, addiction recovery, an area that is often stigmatized, has found an unexpected source of support. A growing movement of recovery-supportive environments is emerging across social media platforms–from Facebook to TikTok, providing a lifeline and extra support to those

Marked by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, ADHD can significantly disrupt daily life from childhood into adulthood. Unfortunately, one of the far-reaching effects of ADHD is the increased risk of substance misuse and addiction–particularly at a young age. According to the Child Mind Institute, kids with ADHD are two to three times more

In a landmark decision aimed at combating the opioid crisis, Narcan nasal spray, a life-saving medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, has been approved for over-the-counter (OTC) purchase in pharmacies across the United States. Effective September 2023, individuals can now obtain Narcan nasal spray without a prescription at major retailers such as Target, CVS, Walgreens,