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  • Opiate addicted individuals who do not receive regular doses of opiates begin going through withdrawal, which is a very painful process.
  • LSD stands for the chemical lysergic acid diethylamide which is a substance classified as a "hallucinogen" type of drug.
  • Some dangers associated with opiate use include contamination of the drug itself, and many street drugs including opiates often contain toxic additives.
  • Occasionally, rare heroin withdrawal symptoms can occur including cardiac arrhythmias, strokes, seizures, dehydration and suicide attempts.

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Detoxification - New Augusta, Mississippi

Individuals who are physically reliant to drugs or alcohol and want assistance will initially go through detoxification before getting other treatment services in drug rehab. Detoxification is basically the procedure of the drug being eradicated from one's system, which is generally uncomfortable and may hold risks if not carried out in a setting which can offer appropriate support and medical intervention as necessary. Detoxification services are provided at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug treatment facility which can adequately oversee and supply medical supervision for persons who are just coming off of drugs. Detoxification services frequently include insuring the person is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, providing proper nutrition and ensuring the individual is receiving proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as needed to make the detoxification process as smooth and safe as possible. The particular person in detox will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some kind of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detoxification facility or drug treatment facility which can offer detox services, the client will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to make certain that any issues are fixed as quickly and safely as possible.

  • Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System
    56.4 miles from New Augusta, Mississippi
    Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System is located at:

    400 Veterans Avenue
    Biloxi, MS. 39531

    If you would like to contact Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System, you can reach them at 228-523-5000.

    Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)