Facts
- Many people use Valium and other benzodiazepines, which account for twenty percent of the total number of prescriptions that are written for controlled substances in the United States each year.
- The number of patients in search of detox or substance abuse treatment as the reason for their emergency room visit remained relatively stable between 2004 through 2008.
- Methamphetamine has a half-life of 12 hours, compared to cocaine which has a 1 hour half-life.
- Toluene, an inhalant contained in spray paint is known to cause headaches, giddiness, euphoria, and the inability to coordinate movements.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
People who are physically reliant to drugs or alcohol and want help will initially go through detoxification before getting other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is simply the procedure of the drug being removed from one's system, which is generally uncomfortable and may carry risks if not carried out in a setting which can offer appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detoxification services are provided at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug rehabilitation facility which can properly oversee and supply medical supervision for people who are just coming off of drugs. Detoxification services generally include insuring the individual is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, delivering proper nutrition and making certain the individual is getting proper rest, and supplying supplements and medicine as wanted to make the detox process as smooth and safe as possible. The individual in detoxification will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some form of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detox facility or drug treatment facility which can provide detox services, the client will have detox staff at their disposal around the clock to guarantee that any issues are resolved as rapidly and safely as possible.
- Discovery Cove Recovery and
611.7 miles from Unalaska, Alaska
Discovery Cove Recovery and is located at:
2975 Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK. 99615
If you would like to contact Discovery Cove Recovery and, you can reach them at 907-694-5550.
Discovery Cove Recovery and offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare) - Central Peninsula General Hospital
732.8 miles from Unalaska, Alaska
Central Peninsula General Hospital is located at:
47480 Kristina Way
Kenai, AK. 99611
If you would like to contact Central Peninsula General Hospital, you can reach them at 907-714-4521.
Central Peninsula General Hospital offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), 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, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)