We all know that alcohol use and abuse is a big issue here in the United States where more than 15 million adults are estimated to have an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol addiction and injuries, crimes, disease and deaths due to alcohol are not just an American problem, though; these issues impact people around the ... Read More
Vicodin: A Drug Profile
What Is Vicodin? Hydrocodone-acetaminophen (generic for Vicodin, Lortab, Norco) is a narcotic analgesic used to treat pain and inflammation. It was first introduced to the United States market in 1978, and since that time, it has become one of the most widely used and abused opioid-based medications in the ... Read More
Ambien: A Drug Profile
What Is Ambien? Ambien is a brand-name prescription medicine that has been approved by the FDA for use as a short-term treatment of adults who have trouble falling asleep, also known as insomnia. There are currently two types of Ambien on the market in the United States: Ambien and Ambien CR, also known as ... Read More
A Healing Vocation: Finding Jobs in the Recovery Industry
For many who have been through recovery or who watched a loved one on the journey to recovery, staying involved with the community becomes a passion, not just an obligation. After being through it yourself, it's only natural to want to enter the field and make a difference for others who are where you were. The ... Read More
Walking the Line: Prescription Drugs and Pain Relief in Recovery
During the recovery process, your goal is to abstain from any type of drug that could be a potential threat to your sobriety. It takes just one experience to open the door to relapse, no matter how hard you’ve worked to avoid it. However, pain is a part of life. You may need to manage a simple headache or prepare for a ... Read More
Genetics and Alcoholism: Is Your Body Predisposed?
The question of whether genes or environment are responsible for alcoholism has long been debated, but the answers aren't as clear-cut as popular media often makes it seem. While alcohol abuse does often run in families, specific genes for alcoholism haven't been identified, and the link between biology and alcohol ... Read More
Why FHE Health is a Strength Benefactor of the Hanley Foundation Dinner
FHE Health aims to provide an incredible level of service to those facing substance use disorders and mental health conditions of all types. To do this, we recognize the value and importance of education. That's why FHE Health will be the premier treatment center sponsor of the Hanley Foundation’s Palm Beach Dinner. ... Read More
Xanax: A Drug Profile
Xanax is a type of benzodiazepine drug commonly prescribed for a variety of conditions such as anxiety and convulsions, but it can also be abused. Xanax, known generically as alprazolam, is a dangerous drug and must be taken under the care of a licensed doctor. Over 30 percent of people who overdose are ... Read More
