Facts
- Out of the over 2 million drug related emergency room visits in 2009, over 27 percent were for nonmedical use of pharmaceuticals.
- Research indicates that when given a free choice, animals will readily operate pumps that inject them with cocaine or amphetamine. Animals dependent on amphetamines will work hard to get more of the drug.
- The Police Chief in Pulaski, Virginia reports that approximately 90 percent of all thefts, burglaries, and shoplifting incidents in the area were linked to the OxyContin trade.
- Methamphetamine withdrawal can be more pronounced, painful, and longer lasting than withdrawal from cocaine or amphetamine.
Pinson - Persons with HIV/AIDSDrug addiction takes its toll on even the healthiest individuals. When people in Pinson with HIV/AIDS abuse drugs or alcohol it can take a deadly toll on them. Because they suffer with a reduced immune system, anything as simple as the common cold can become a risky sickness. They expose themselves to other deadly infections too: Hepatitis C, pneumonia and tuberculosis just to list a few. Entering a drug treatment program that specializes in treating persons with HIV/AIDS is vital. The addicted person will be able to restore their sobriety and improve their quality of life exceptionally. Science today has been able to create many medications that not only help people with HIV/AIDS but make their life healthier and longer.
- Olivias House
12.2 miles from Pinson, Alabama
Olivias House is located at:
8017 2nd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL. 35206
If you would like to contact Olivias House, you can reach them at 205-833-5708 x21.
Olivias House offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
Payment forms accepted: Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
- Aletheia House
16.5 miles from Pinson, Alabama
Aletheia House is located at:
3512 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL. 35222
If you would like to contact Aletheia House, you can reach them at 205-279-3999.
Aletheia House offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women
Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
- Zukoski Outpatient
19.3 miles from Pinson, Alabama
Zukoski Outpatient is located at:
601 Princeton Avenue SW
Birmingham, AL. 35211
If you would like to contact Zukoski Outpatient, you can reach them at 205-785-5787.
Zukoski Outpatient offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)