Facts
- Street heroin may contain additives that won't dissolve, which can result in clogged blood vessels which lead to the lungs, liver, kidneys, or brain. This can cause infection or even death of small patches of cells in vital organs.
- Over 65% of separated and divorced women and almost half of separated or divorced men under the age of 46 have been exposed to alcoholism in the home at some time.
- Tolerance to methadone when administered in a pain-control program usually occurs during the first few weeks.
- Long term effects of heavy hashish use can include irritation to the lungs, risk of developing chronic bronchitis and an increased risk of developing cancer of the respiratory tract.
Other Languages - HartfordAlthough searching for a drug rehab to attend can seem to be an overwhelming task, discovering one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many treatment centers employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have discovered a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of delivering their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. Even though they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Often the rehab program will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.