Most people use substances of some kind at some point in their lives, whether it’s alcohol at a celebration, prescription ...

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine recently announced that two state programs will award a total of $5 million in funding to support local law enforcement's work to combat illegal drug activity and promote ...

Substance use disorder makes it hard to stop using substances even when they're harmful. Using the term "substance use disorder" helps separate the person from the treatable illness. Substance use ...

Addiction is an umbrella term that reflects qualities of substance use disorder, characterized by an inability to stop using a substance despite harmful consequences. However, addiction is not a ...

Substance use and substance use disorder differ by the frequency of use and the effect on a person’s life. Substance use disorder is a mental health condition. Substance use refers to using both legal ...

Accumulating scientific evidence and industry interest from Eli Lilly, Altimmune and startup Baseline Therapeutics is driving further research on the therapeutic potential of GLP-1 receptor agonists ...

New youth-specific standards for substance use disorder outline a continuum of care emphasizing early intervention, ...

Substance use disorders (SUDs) in oncology populations represent a significant yet underrecognized challenge, with prior research suggesting that up to 27 percent of cancer patients meet criteria for ...

JURUPA VALLEY, CA - March 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Resurgence Alcohol & Drug Rehab Riverside has published a new ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, which is designed to raise awareness about those suffering with substance use. Addiction is a disease, and leaders at the Hawaiʻi ...

Evidence continues to mount suggesting that GLP-1 drugs may help people cut back on cigarettes, drinking and opioid use. As the medications — which include semaglutide and tirzepatide — have grown in ...

Ten South Dakota non-profits will share nearly $8-million in grant money to help in the ongoing fight against opioid ...