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Study Reports Large Jump in Benzodiazepine Prescriptions A new study finds the percentage of benzodiazepine prescriptions written for outpatient medical visits doubled between 2003 and 2015. Read More First Study of Flakka Use Among Teens Finds 1% Knowingly Use the Drug About 1 percent of high school seniors report using the highly potent synthetic drug known as flakka, according to CNN. Read More   FDA Inaction on E-Cigarette Use Puts Teens’ Lives at Risk, Health Group Says The Food and Drug Administration’s inaction on e-cigarettes is putting teens’ health and lives at risk, according to a new report by the American Lung Association. Read More Help Us Continue to Empower Families:   Donate Now Tell a Friend Parents Conflicted About Opioids to Treat Children’s Pain, Survey Finds Parents are conflicted about using opioids to treat their child’s pain, according to a new survey by the American Society of Anesthesiologists. Read More Opioid Epidemic Leads to Increase in Donated Organs Infected with Hepatitis C The opioid epidemic, which has resulted in an increase in drug overdose deaths, has also led to a rise in donated organs that are infected with hepatitis C, HealthDay reports. Read More Other Headlines of Interest Editorial: The opioid epidemic is no time for risky pharmaceutical marketing (The Washington Post) E-Cigarettes Are Effective at Helping Smokers Quit, a Study Says (The New York Times) OxyContin Maker Explored Expansion Into “Attractive” Anti-Addiction Market (ProPublica) A Fight to Do No Harm (U.S. News & World Report) Blunting Addiction’s Impact (U.S. News & World Report) America’s Deadly New Normal (U.S. News & World Report) Addressing Prescription Drug Addiction in Older Adults (U.S. News & World Report) Black-tar heroin figured into Houston gun battle that left 5 officers wounded (NBC News) Trump donates $100,000 to alcoholism research from presidential salary (USA Today) One of America's richest families is accused of profiting from the nation's opioid crisis (CNN) Opioid Lawsuits Are Headed to Trial. Here's Why the Stakes Are Getting Uglier. (The New York Times) Investors demand Walgreens explain how it's managing opioid crisis risks (CNBC) New Hampshire's opioid crisis key issue for 2020 presidential candidates (Fox News) Emergency Pet Marijuana Overdose Calls Are Up By 765 Percent, According To The ASPCA (Bustle) The Trump administration’s crackdown on marijuana legalization might end under Bill Barr (Vox)) Opioid Money Has Helped, But States Want More (Pew Trusts) Opinion: Safe injection sites aren’t safe or legal (The Boston Globe)

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Addiction and work: One mother’s story

Addiction and work: One mother's story As a loved one of someone suffering from addiction, Kristen Goettsch felt the effects of the disease in profound ways. It severely impacted her mental and physical health, as well as her ability to perform at work.   Read more Solving our nation’s greatest health challenge We're positively disrupting the system of addiction care to help more people get well. Hear how from CEO Kevin Kirby, who spoke at the recent Stand Together Catalyst Summit. Stand Together commits $3.5 million to those facing addiction  Stand Together partners with nonprofits around the nation to transform lives and revitalize communities. We're proud to be one of them, and we're incredibly grateful for their support.   Read more Coaching data There's nothing more important than knowing we're helping people improve their lives. Check out this month's data snapshot. Face It TOGETHER @ Work Workplace partner Q&A: GE Johnson GE Johnson, our first FIT @ Work partner in Denver, is dedicated to supporting its team members, strengthening its culture and tackling a critical issue facing our community.   Read more Ask a coach Dave Jansa  Peer coach Q: My loved one refuses to get help. What can I do?   A: It's important to remember this is a very common response from someone with the disease of addiction. Though difficult, patience is key. You can still show your support, offer suggestions and set boundaries with your loved one.   Read more 636 S. Broadway Denver, CO 80209 unsubscribe | view in browser Copyright © 2018 Face It TOGETHER