Synthetic Opioids: Lethal Imposters of Pain Relief
The Haven Detox-New England highlights the impact of synthetic opioids on the opioid epidemic. Find out more here.
Navigating the Opioid Withdrawal Timeline
The duration, intensity, and timeline of opioid withdrawal symptoms vary. Learn more from The Haven Detox-New England.
Opioid Crisis in Massachusetts
The opioid crisis has taken a heavy toll on New England. According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, one in every 25 persons in the state has an opioid use disorder (OUD). The Massachusetts DPH estimates that over 2,000 persons died in the Commonwealth from an opioid-related overdose in 2019, with early statistics indicating … Read more
Opioid Overdose in Massachusetts
According to the Department of Public Health, the number of people who died from opioid-related overdoses in Massachusetts hit an all-time high in 2021, with 2,234 verified opioid-related overdose deaths. According to DPH, there were 42 to 71 unreported or unconfirmed deaths, bringing the total deaths to 2,290. There were 185 more opioid-related overdose deaths … Read more
Effective Medications to Treat Individuals with Opioid Use Disorder
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Explained Misuse of prescribed opioid drugs, diverted opioid medications, and illicitly acquired heroin can lead to opioid use disorder (OUD). Like general substance use disorders, OUD is a relapse-prone and chronic condition linked to a considerably higher rate of overdose deaths. Over 16 million individuals worldwide are affected by opioid … Read more
Opioid Drug Use and Addiction Rates in Massachusetts
Opioid Drug Use and Addiction Rates in Massachusetts Across the United States, opioid drug use and addiction rates are on the rise. Unfortunately, the increase in illicit drug use is also linked to a rise in opioid-related deaths. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drug overdose deaths across the U.S. increased 5% … Read more
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program for Opioids In Massachusetts
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program for Opioids In recent years, opioid abuse and opioid addiction have become increasingly problematic public health concerns. Many experts have labeled the issue an epidemic. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reported that nearly 50,000 people in the U.S. died from an opioid overdose in 2019 alone. This number is anticipated … Read more
