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Methamphetamine, often called meth, is a powerful and highly addictive stimulant. Understanding meth drug testing can be crucial for various reasons, whether you’re a concerned parent, an employer, or someone curious about the process. Meth drug tests can detect the presence of meth in the body through several methods, including urine, blood, saliva, and hair tests. Each method has its own detection window and level of accuracy. Urine tests are the most common, typically detecting meth use within the past 1-4 days. Blood tests offer a shorter detection window but are more precise. Saliva tests can detect recent use, while hair tests can reveal meth use over a longer period, up to 90 days. Knowing these facts can help you make informed decisions and understand the implications of meth use and testing.

45 Facts About Meth Drug Testing

A new scientific review of 148 studies enrolling over 4.3 million adult chronic pain patients treated with prescription opioid painkillers has found that nearly one in ten patients experiences opioid dependence or opioid use disorder and nearly one in three shows symptoms of dependence and opioid use disorder. This review provides a more accurate -- and more concerning -- rate of opioid misuse than has previously been calculated. It was conducted by researchers at the University of Bristol, funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), and appears in the scientific journal Addiction.

Prescription Painkiller Misuse in Chronic Pain Patients

Cocaine has long been known to hijack the brain’s natural reward system, but the precise mechanism of its power has remained elusive – until now. The hidden depths of our brains, driven by the dopamine “feel-good” hormone, hold the key to our deepest desires and motivations.

How cocaine tricks and hijacks the brain

SurvivorNet

The Ozempic headlines seem to be unending as to what the Hollywood-obsessed weight-loss drug can help treat — and the latest poses the question of whether or not it can help curb addictions like gambling. While it may seem a little outrageous at first and, of course, more evidence is needed as the article states, it's worth considering Ozempic's effects on the addictive part of the brain.

Now They’s Saying Weight-Loss Drug Ozempic Can Help Compulsive Gambling– Could it Really Be True?

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

HealthDay

The rate of overdoses caused by the ingestion or inhalation of fake Oxycontin pills is soaring, especially in the U.S. West Rates of such cases treated at one hospital in the West rose from 3 in 2017 to 209 by 2022 The counterfeit pills are typically laced with fentanyl, and some people may know this and be using them deliberately FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The rate at which young Americans are ending up in hospital ICUs after using fake Oxycontin pills spiked with fentanyl is soaring, especially in the U.S. West, a new report warns.

Fake Oxycontin Pills Widespread and Potentially Deadly: Report

While overdoses from fentanyl went down in 2023, overdoses from cocaine and methamphetamine went up. Increased availability of Narcan, harm-reduction practices, and drug seizures likely decreased deaths. The best way to save lives and end the opioid epidemic is to prevent addiction in the first place. With this tragic news...

A Closer Look at 107,543 Lives Lost to Drug Overdoses

Seniors Guide

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How to Support a Loved One with Chronic Pain

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a common infection among women, but many don't know much about it. Testing for BV can seem confusing, but understanding the basics helps. BV testing involves checking for an imbalance in the vaginal bacteria. This imbalance can cause symptoms like unusual discharge, odor, and discomfort. Knowing the facts about BV testing can make the process less intimidating. Doctors use different methods to diagnose BV, including physical exams, pH tests, and lab tests. Early detection is key to effective treatment and preventing complications. Let's dive into 15 essential facts about BV testing that every woman should know.

15 Facts About Bacterial Vaginosis Testing

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

The Guardian

We look at the use of the drugs after a study found millions of people are at risk after being prescribed them

How opioid painkillers work, why they are addictive and how to avoid dependency

Anyone reading health care news today must be aware that American medicine – particularly pain medicine – is in crisis. Doctors are experiencing high levels of burnout due to administrative burdens, prior authorization demands, and a health care system that often prioritizes efficiency over patient care. This burnout is leading to mental health issues and, in some cases, physician suicides.

The truth behind opioid use disorder

In my 35 years with multiple sclerosis (MS), I have been blessed in one important way. I’ve never had much pain. I’ve lost a lot of abilities, but until recently, I have not suffered much. I realize how lucky I am. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs,...

Dealing With Pain and MS

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

Did you know that just 2mg of fentanyl, the amount on the tip of this pencil, can be enough to kill the average person? The 2024 fentanyl seizures represent over 216 million deadly doses. Help save lives by educating yourself and talking to others about the dangers of fentanyl. The...

Recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day

In a significant development related to the case of Matthew Perry‘s ketamine overdose, two doctors involved, Dr. Salvador Plasencia and Dr. Mark Chavez, have had their ability to write prescriptions revoked by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This action follows their arrests for allegedly supplying the “Friends” star with drugs prior to his death.

Matthew Perry’s doctors barred from prescribing medication amid ongoing ketamine scandal

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

A Rutgers Health physician-scientist publishes guidance for primary care doctors diagnosing and treating early Lyme disease, a bacterial infection. Annually, around 476,000 U.S. cases of Lyme disease are reported, with effective early treatment requiring prompt antibiotic intervention. Misdiagnosis is common due to variable symptoms and the sometimes absent bull’s-eye rash. Enhanced clinical guidelines from leading universities now focus on improving detection and management of the disease in its initial stages.

Could You Have Lyme Disease and Not Know It?

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NewsBreak

Sen. Blumenthal: $15 million will go towards addressing Connecticut's opioid crisis

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Sen. Blumenthal: $15 million will go towards addressing Connecticut's opioid crisis

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