What's a few drinks with co-workers or friends while you're networking or enjoying a party? In the moment, nothing but casual fun (and maybe ... Read More
Substance Abuse
What’s Worse: The Back Pain Or The Painkillers?
Millions of Americans with back pain take powerful and potentially addictive opioid painkillers. But in a new survey, many say the drugs ... Read More
Opioid Addiction: 5 Things Everyone Should Know
I was scared and intimidated. I was standing in a cold and poorly lit hospital emergency room next to my father who was curled up on a ... Read More
Opioids: Are You Using Them Safely?
Every 19 minutes, someone dies from an accidental opioid overdose, the CDC reports. Even more alarming? Though Americans represent only 5% ... Read More
5 Signs You Need A Therapist
If you’re taking cues from reality TV, chances are you think therapy is a last resort effort to restore sanity. Only truth is, everyone ... Read More
3 Steps To Get Through Alcohol Dependency
Are you dealing with alcohol dependency? Alcoholism has been a perennial problem affecting American society for decades. It has taken a ... Read More
Bobby Brown At 54: “God Isn’t Finished With Me Yet”
Singer Bobby Brown has been through a lot in life: From being a hit singer in a group, to being kicked out. Then going on a successful tour ... Read More
Does Marijuana Use Increase Alzheimer’s Risk?
Bad news for Mary Jane enthusiasts. According to a study, pot could restrict blood flow to the brain, which in turn, may affect your memory ... Read More
Is Marijuana Medicine? The Good & Bad
s Marijuana users beware and do your research before you use marijuana as medicine! The high may clear your mind or set you at ease. ... Read More
Diana Ross: Her Personal Journey Through ‘The Blues’
From the supergroup, The Supremes, to her solo career in music and film, legendary singer and performerDiana Ross has become a household ... Read More
Smokey Robinson: “I Almost Died”
Legendary singer and songwriter William "Smokey" Robinson contacted COVID after spending time on the road right before Christmas of 2020. ... Read More
What Are The Medication-Based Treatment Options For Opioid Addiction
Yesterday morning, I was seeing patients with a colleague of mine, a physician and medical director of a large clinic providing medical care ... Read More