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Explore the opioid crisis in Pennsylvania. Learn about local efforts, harm reduction initiatives, and recent programs combating opioid misuse.

Dustin shares his journey from addiction to recovery, detailing his struggle with opioids and his transformative experience with Ophelia's unique treatment approach.

Discover a sustainable plan for quitting opioids in the new year. Learn about medication-assisted treatment (MAT), debunk myths, and find support.

Find out more about oxymorphone, its prescribed use, side effects, and the risk of addiction. Discover ways to minimize misuse risks.

Our mission is to improve access and treatment for patients with OUD, and as we look back on 2023, we’re reflecting on what that really entails.

Explore the severity of opioid addiction in the U.S. military, affecting both active service members and veterans.

Explore the impact of the opioid crisis on the houseless population and the challenges they face in accessing addiction treatment.

Discover the challenges and rise in opioid addiction among the elderly. Understand the unique vulnerabilities, treatment hurdles, and caregiver roles.

Prepare for the holiday season by recognizing common triggers and working on a specific relapse prevention plan. Learn more here!

Combat holiday loneliness during addiction treatment. Explore challenges, understand feelings, and get tips for a healthy holiday season.

Explore ideas for substance-free holiday traditions for those in opioid use disorder treatment. Find tips to create new holiday activities and manage triggers.

Ophelia analyzed data and studies from the National Institutes of Health to break down the stigmatization of medication-assisted treatment.

Find out how to manage holiday stress and triggers with these 6 actionable tips for those undergoing opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment.

Read about how Dustin from New York went from weightlifting to a decade long prescription opioid addiction and how he finally found Ophelia. Learn about Dustin here!

The spread of xylazine, also known as tranq, found in street drugs has caused increases in overdose-related deaths. Learn about its overdose risks & effects.

Understanding the principles of harm reduction is key to treating & managing opioid use disorder. Find out what harm reduction is and how it can help with addiction.

Many think detox is the best treatment for opioid addiction, but it's often unsuccessful & can cause harm. Understand the dangers of detox & the benefits of MAT.

Given the stigma faced my moms who struggle with addiction, we’re especially honored — and proud — that Kimberly, an Ophelia patient, wanted to open up about her story.

“Suboxone has been the only treatment that allowed me not to think about the addiction anymore” — Alan, Ophelia patient since 2021.

Find out how the telehealth process works for opioid use treatment. Discover how telehealth visits can be tailored to your needs and provide personal care.

Understand the significance of harm reduction services for drug users and learn about harm reduction services, kits, and how to find local support resources.

Discover the impact of telehealth on opioid addiction treatment with benefits like better access to experts and improved patient retention.

Discover the latest research on using buprenorphine during and after surgery for OUD patients. Learn about balancing pain management and recovery.

Navigate the fine line between opioid dependence & addiction. Understand the crucial distinctions, risks, and how to ensure safe prescription practices.

Expanding access to medication-based care and improving treatment retention for patients with OUD is vital to address the worsening opioid overdose crisis.