Drug Dealers Cause Overdoses
In late February, the police arrested two drug dealers in Cape May County. They were not detained on regular drug-selling charges; rather, they were handcuffed for supplying drugs to Derek Clayton, which caused him to overdose. The 31 one-year-old had overdosed in his home, but the police have not advised what drugs were sold to him. […]
Dangers of Overdosing During Coronavirus Quarantine
Dangers of Overdosing During Coronavirus Quarantine During this coronavirus pandemic, there are many risks posed to people who have an addiction. Because forced isolation can create a perfect storm for relapsing or worsening an addiction, the dangers of overdosing during the coronavirus quarantine become very real. Learn what you can do to help ease your […]
Opioid Overdose: Causes, Signs, and What to Do
Opioid Overdose: Signs, Symptoms, and What to Do Any individual who uses opioids runs the risk of overdosing. Overdoses can be fatal. In fact, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids every day. This makes it important to know what causes an opioid overdose, the signs that an opioid […]
What Are Opioid Overdose Signs?
What Are Opioid Overdose Signs? On average, 130 Americans die from an opioid overdose every day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers opioid overdose an epidemic in the United States, estimating it responsible for nearly 68 percent of 70,000 drug-related deaths in 2017. Understanding the effects of opioids can prevent opioid overdose, […]