The Second-Hand Harms of Drinking
What Are Second-Hand Harms of Drinking? An addiction to alcohol doesn’t just affect the person with the addiction. In fact, about one-fifth of adults in the United States have experienced some form of harm due to someone else’s behavior while drinking. These behaviors are ripple effects from the addiction and are known as second-hand harms […]
Affordable Care Act Expands Treatment for Addicts in California
Affordable Care Act Expands Treatment for Addicts in California Nationwide, 3 million to 5 million people with alcohol and drug problems will become eligible for insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act next year. In California, more than 95,000 people with drug and alcohol problems are currently getting treatment through Medi-Cal, California’s version of Medicaid. […]