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  • Over 500,000 emergency room visits related to the use of alcohol in combination with other drugs in 2009 included the following drugs: central nervous system agents (e.g., analgesics, stimulants, sedatives) (229,230 visits), cocaine (152,631 visits), marijuana (125,438 visits), psychotherapeutic agents (e.g., antidepressants and antipsychotics) (44,217 visits), heroin (43,110 visits)
  • When inhalants are during pregnancy it can create effects similar to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
  • The rate of current marijuana use among American youth aged 12 to 17 has been increasing in recent years and in 2009 was 7.3, and rose again to 7.4 percent in 2010.
  • There is no safe level of alcohol consumption while pregnant.

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Waveland, Mississippi - Detoxification

Men and women who are physically dependent 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 removed from one's system, which is typically uncomfortable and may hold risks if not carried out in a setting which can supply appropriate support and medical intervention as required. Detoxification services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detox facility or a drug treatment facility which can effectively oversee and provide medical supervision for men and women who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services frequently include insuring the person is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, supplying proper nutrition and making certain the particular person is getting proper rest, and supplying supplements and medicine as wanted to make the detox process as easy and safe as possible. The individual in detoxification 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 rehab facility which can offer detoxification services, the person will have detox staff at their disposal around the clock to ensure that any issues are resolved as swiftly and safely as possible.

  • Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System
    27.7 miles from Waveland, 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)