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fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

A 19-year-old in S.F. treatment program passed some notes. Now, he faces years in prison.

Alan Elizalde was removed from his substance-use treatment program for 'behaviors detrimental to the program' and 'non-compliance with program rules.' He was not discharged for substance use.
San Francisco
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fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Why Has America Ignored Its Best Addiction Treatment?

Buprenorphine significantly reduces opioid cravings and overdose risks, but its adoption in the U.S. remains low.
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fromWashington Post
9 months ago

Column | New drug overdose data provides hope while deaths remain too high

Despite alarming statistics on drug misuse, recent data shows a notable 12% decline in overdose deaths, indicating progress in combating the crisis.
Mental health
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Why Has America Ignored Its Best Addiction Treatment?

Buprenorphine significantly reduces opioid cravings and overdose risks, but its adoption in the U.S. remains low.
US news
fromWashington Post
9 months ago

Column | New drug overdose data provides hope while deaths remain too high

Despite alarming statistics on drug misuse, recent data shows a notable 12% decline in overdose deaths, indicating progress in combating the crisis.
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