Facts
- While treating opiate withdrawal through rapid opiate detoxification, the individual is monitored closely and a ventilator may be employed.
- The chemicals and processes used to manufacture GHB vary greatly from lab to lab, as does the strength and purity of the final product.
- Most opiate addicted individuals are no longer capable of holding down a job which often leads to loss of health insurance coverage. Diseases and conditions that develop as a result of opiate addiction are therefore often paid for through public funds because these individuals cannot pay for their own treatment.
- There were 7 OxyContin overdose deaths were reported in Southeastern Kentucky in December 2000.
Guntown, Mississippi - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional structure once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to reside at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. It is common that there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.