Facts
- Many addiction counselors at drug rehabs encourage 12-step participation and may even refer the individuals to other support services for any supplemental medical, psychiatric or employment services.
- With the long term use of methadone some users may eventually develop respiratory issues, heart problems and liver and kidney problems which can turn into chronic and deadly conditions due to methadone addiction.
- The occurrence of prescription drug abuse in older Americans aged 50 and older is a significant problem, making up 3.5 percent of all substance abuse treatment admissions in 2008, up from 0.7 percent in 1992.
- The average GHB dose can range anywhere from 1 to up to 5 grams (depending on drug purity) which can be 1-2 teaspoons mixed in a beverage.
Vesuvius - Persons with HIV/AIDSDrug addiction takes its toll on even the healthiest persons. When persons in Vesuvius with HIV/AIDS abuse drugs or alcohol it can take a deadly toll on them. Because they suffer with a decreased immune system, something as simple as the typical cold can become a harmful sickness. They expose themselves to other deadly infections too: Hepatitis C, pneumonia and tuberculosis just to list a few. Entering a drug rehab program that specializes in treating persons with HIV/AIDS is essential. The addicted person will be ready to regain their sobriety and strengthen their quality of life exceptionally. Science today has been able to develop many medications that not only help people with HIV/AIDS but make their life healthier and longer.