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  • Just one dose of morphine can block a process in the brain associated with learning and memory for as long as a full day after the drug has been administered.
  • Many addicted individuals misuse their outpatient methadone maintenance program, and take less than a blocking dose of 80 mg. so that they will be able to "feel it" if they combine their methadone dose with other drugs such as heroin.
  • Stress from problems at work, with family, pain associated as a result of medical problems, individuals from one's drug-using past, and environmental triggers can all create intense drug cravings for addicted individuals without the individual even being aware of it.
  • Long-term alcohol consumption may result in permanent damage to the brain.

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Sayre - Persons with HIV/AIDS

Drug addiction takes its toll on even the healthiest people. When persons in Sayre with HIV/AIDS abuse drugs and alcohol it can take a deadly toll on them. Since they suffer with a decreased immune system, something 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 individual will be in a position to restore their sobriety and strengthen their quality of life immensely. Science today has been able to create many medications that not only help individuals with HIV/AIDS but make their life healthier and longer.

  • Robert Packer Hospital
    Robert Packer Hospital is located at:

    1 Guthrie Square
    Sayre, PA. 18840

    If you would like to contact Robert Packer Hospital, you can reach them at 570-888-6666 x5120.

    Robert Packer Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, 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)