The Rise in Opioid-Related Deaths: A Public Health Crisis

Opioids are a class of drugs that include natural and synthetic versions of opium. When opioids are taken as prescribed, they can be an effective treatment for chronic pain. Its history ‍first became prevalent in the United States in the early 1860s as a way to treat wounded soldiers.  These soldiers were treated with morphine,… Continue reading The Rise in Opioid-Related Deaths: A Public Health Crisis

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Luxury Rehab Facilities

Recovery at a luxury rehab center Millions of Americans live with addiction and struggle with recovery. Any time of the year is good to take the first step in seeking treatment for a substance use disorder (SUD), alcohol use disorder(AUD), or mental health problem. Many people who have been through recovery recall how difficult it… Continue reading Luxury Rehab Facilities

Alcoholism and Suicide

Celebrity Spirals: A Discussion on Alcoholism and Suicide Have you ever felt like you knew a celebrity simply because you watch their shows, follow them on all their social media platforms, and can relate to them in every way possible?   Well, Anthony Bourdain would be that celeb for me. I didn’t know him at… Continue reading Alcoholism and Suicide

Quincy Businessman Donates 100 Million Dollars to Hospitals

healthcare gets a boost from local businessman

Boston Children’s Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital ​announced that they are the recipients of a very generous donation by a local businessman. Quincy, Ma – Granite Telecommunications CEO Rob Hale announced that he and his wife Karen will be making generous donations to two local hospitals. Both Boston Children’s Hospital, as well as Brigham… Continue reading Quincy Businessman Donates 100 Million Dollars to Hospitals

Adderall Use In The United States

Adderall Use in the United States has exploded in recent years in the United States.  Originally prescribed for ADHD in children, Adderall use has exploded in the US.  Today, Adderall is now one of the most prescribed medications in the country with prescriptions written for Adderall increasing by nearly five times from 2002 to 2012. Originally Prescribed For… Continue reading Adderall Use In The United States

What If America Had Canada’s Healthcare System?

Migrants and refugees flooding into Europe have presented European leaders and policymakers with their greatest challenge since the debt crisis. The International Organization for Migration calls Europe the most dangerous destination for irregular migration in the world, and the Mediterranean the world’s most dangerous border crossing. Distinguishing migrants from asylum seekers and refugees is not… Continue reading What If America Had Canada’s Healthcare System?

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Free Market Healthcare Is Possible

Migrants and refugees flooding into Europe have presented European leaders and policymakers with their greatest challenge since the debt crisis. The International Organization for Migration calls Europe the most dangerous destination for irregular migration in the world, and the Mediterranean the world’s most dangerous border crossing. Distinguishing migrants from asylum seekers and refugees is not… Continue reading Free Market Healthcare Is Possible

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Should Schools Be Responsible for Kids Health?

Migrants and refugees flooding into Europe have presented European leaders and policymakers with their greatest challenge since the debt crisis. The International Organization for Migration calls Europe the most dangerous destination for irregular migration in the world, and the Mediterranean the world’s most dangerous border crossing. Distinguishing migrants from asylum seekers and refugees is not… Continue reading Should Schools Be Responsible for Kids Health?

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British Women Have Bad Life Expectancy

Migrants and refugees flooding into Europe have presented European leaders and policymakers with their greatest challenge since the debt crisis. The International Organization for Migration calls Europe the most dangerous destination for irregular migration in the world, and the Mediterranean the world’s most dangerous border crossing. Distinguishing migrants from asylum seekers and refugees is not… Continue reading British Women Have Bad Life Expectancy

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