The Lasting Impact of Reagan’s War on Drugs

The Lasting Impact of Reagan’s War on Drugs

During the 1980s, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed a “war” on illegal drugs claiming drug trafficking constituted a national security threat. Since then, the War on Drugs has contributed to a systemically unequal prison system and mass incarcerations in the US. Reagan’s War...
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08/27 2024
Is Delta-9 Legal?

Is Delta-9 Legal?

Marijuana use has rapidly risen in the past decade with it becoming more socially acceptable and legalized in various states. Delta-9 THC is the most well-known and well-studied form of THC. It is also the most potent, giving users an intense high...
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07/15 2024
Melatonin Side Effects: What You Need to Know

Melatonin Side Effects: What You Need to Know

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), an estimated 50 – 70 million Americans struggle with chronic sleep disorders. About 1 in 3 adults don’t regularly get enough uninterrupted sleep. Sleep deprivation can lead to mental and physical health problems, loss...
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07/10 2024
A Tribute to the Supportive Team at WhiteSands IOP, Lakeland, FL.

A Tribute to the Supportive Team at WhiteSands IOP, Lakeland, FL.

Navigating Growth With The Help and Guidance of Compassionate Staff “I appreciate IOP at Lakeland”, says Luis, a recent patient of the WhiteSands intensive outpatient program. “They have helped me immensely”, he adds. Luis successfully completed the IOP program at the facility’s...
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06/20 2024
What is Peyote? Cactus Origins, Psychedelic Effects, and Risks

What is Peyote? Cactus Origins, Psychedelic Effects, and Risks

Peyote is a type of cactus that contains mescaline, a hallucinogenic substance and has been used by many Native American tribes as a spiritual medicine in their rituals. Non-Native American people also use peyote and non-synthetic mescaline as a recreational drug. Peyote...
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06/11 2024
BCBS Coverage for Drug and Alcohol Detox

BCBS Coverage for Drug and Alcohol Detox

Introduction to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance and Detox Coverage Blue Cross Blue Shield is a huge health insurance corporation that provides nationwide coverage to over 115 million Americans, through more than 1.7 million healthcare providers, doctors, hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and more....
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05/28 2024
How Many Addiction Treatment Stays Will PPO Pay For?

How Many Addiction Treatment Stays Will PPO Pay For?

Introduction to PPO Plans and Addiction Treatment Coverage Preferred provider organizations (PPOs) are American health insurance plans that are typically partially paid for by employers throughout the US, with roughly 46% of Americans who have a health plan enrolled in a PPO. ...
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05/23 2024
Plant City’s Drug Rehab Services

Plant City’s Drug Rehab Services

Exploring the Need for Drug Rehab in Plant City Substance use disorders are a growing concern for people across the nation and in Plant City, there is a prevalence of drug addiction that requires the need for comprehensive addiction treatment programs. The...
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04/17 2024