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  • The rate of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. has increased five-fold since 1990, primarily due to the non-medical use of prescription drugs.
  • Physicians often prescribe anabolic steroids to treat delayed puberty, impotence, and body wasting in patients with AIDS and other diseases.
  • Sleeping pill withdrawal, in at least some individuals, may result in increased tension and anxiety during the day.
  • The hydrocodone in Lortab which is an opioid attaches to receptors in the brain, spinal cord and gastrointestinal tract to dull pain and also influence with the pleasure center of the brain producing a feeling of euphoria or what is known to a drug addict as a high.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Blockton

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Blockton, IA. Addiction is a problem that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Typically their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They uncover that the medication is handy and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation facilities are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. A lot of elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Cass County Memorial Hospital
    59.5 miles from Blockton, Iowa
    Cass County Memorial Hospital is located at:

    1501 East 10th Street
    Atlantic, IA. 50022

    If you would like to contact Cass County Memorial Hospital, you can reach them at 712-250-8865.

    Cass County Memorial Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Cameron Regional Medical Center
    63.6 miles from Blockton, Iowa
    Cameron Regional Medical Center is located at:

    1600 East Evergreen Street
    Cameron, MO. 64429

    If you would like to contact Cameron Regional Medical Center, you can reach them at 816-632-4800.

    Cameron Regional Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)