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Ozempic shows promise for treating alcohol and drug abuse, study finds

Ozempic and similar medications may significantly reduce addictive behaviors in individuals with alcohol and opioid use disorders.

Ozempic Could Be Used to Treat Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Study Finds

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic show promise in reducing cravings for alcohol and opioids, indicating potential new treatment avenues for addiction.

Ozempic shows promise for treating alcohol and drug abuse, study finds

Ozempic and similar medications may significantly reduce addictive behaviors in individuals with alcohol and opioid use disorders.

Ozempic Could Be Used to Treat Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Study Finds

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic show promise in reducing cravings for alcohol and opioids, indicating potential new treatment avenues for addiction.
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Bay Area woman completes water bike ride to Farallones

Jessica Schiller's water bike ride honored her daughter Naomi and raised awareness of fentanyl overdoses.
The journey aimed to benefit Shatterproof, assisting those with substance use disorders.

States, hospital systems try less punitive drug testing of pregnant women and newborns

States aim to better support treatment for pregnant women with substance use disorder and address racial disparities in drug testing and reporting.

The surprising second life of those boxes that used to hold free newspapers

Naloxone distribution boxes are a growing effort to increase access to opioid overdose reversal drugs and reduce associated stigma.
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Does Turning Pain Into Purpose Aid in Healing From Grief?

Advocating for addiction policy reform can help grieving parents find purpose and healing after their loss.

Loss and Renewal: Grieving in Addiction Recovery

Substance use can lead to significant emotional losses, impacting recovery efforts.
Therapeutic grief work is crucial for individuals recovering from substance use disorder to overcome feelings of loss.

Does Turning Pain Into Purpose Aid in Healing From Grief?

Advocating for addiction policy reform can help grieving parents find purpose and healing after their loss.

Loss and Renewal: Grieving in Addiction Recovery

Substance use can lead to significant emotional losses, impacting recovery efforts.
Therapeutic grief work is crucial for individuals recovering from substance use disorder to overcome feelings of loss.
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'You Mean Something to Someone': This San Francisco Woman Overcame Homelessness and Addiction. Now She Helps Others Heal | KQED

Approximately 2.9 million Californians struggle with substance use disorders, yet only 10% access treatment, underscoring a significant healthcare gap.

Cloutier: Without Prop. 1, our dire housing and untreated mental health crisis will get worse - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 1 for addressing homelessness in California
Investments in housing and treatment facilities

'You Mean Something to Someone': This San Francisco Woman Overcame Homelessness and Addiction. Now She Helps Others Heal | KQED

Approximately 2.9 million Californians struggle with substance use disorders, yet only 10% access treatment, underscoring a significant healthcare gap.

Cloutier: Without Prop. 1, our dire housing and untreated mental health crisis will get worse - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 1 for addressing homelessness in California
Investments in housing and treatment facilities
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Patrick J. Kennedy works to reduce stigma around mental health, substance use with new book

Stigma contributes to lack of treatment for mental health and substance use disorders.

Opinion | 48 Million Americans Live With Addiction. Here's How to Get Them Help That Works.

Many individuals struggling with substance use disorders face barriers in accessing proper treatment.
Addiction is a treatable condition, and there are effective therapies available.

We're Not Asking the Right Question to Solve the Overdose Crisis

The deep malaise that lies at the root of substance use in America is often linked to economic factors and societal issues.

How Women Defined Both the Hunter Biden and Donald Trump Trials

The media coverage of Hunter Biden's trial is characterized by a more sympathetic and humane approach towards individuals struggling with substance use disorders.
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