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Here, you’ll find resources, tips, and stories that will help support patients and their loved ones.

How Much Does Naltrexone Cost?
Cost is one of the first things people ask about when considering naltrexone for OUD. Learn how much different forms of naltrexone cost with and without insurance, including with Medicaid and Medicare. Get tips for reducing out-of-pocket expenses and discover telehealth treatment through Ophelia.

Ophelia 2023 Wrapped
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.

Opioid Addiction in the Military | Veterans & Drug Addiction
Explore the severity of opioid addiction in the U.S. military, affecting both active service members and veterans.

Are unhoused individuals more vulnerable to opioid addiction?
Explore the impact of the opioid crisis on the houseless population and the challenges they face in accessing addiction treatment.

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

Managing opioid addiction treatment around the holidays
Prepare for the holiday season by recognizing common triggers and working on a specific relapse prevention plan. Learn more here!

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

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

The promise of Suboxone depends in part on erasing stigmas in opioid use disorder treatment
Ophelia analyzed data and studies from the National Institutes of Health to break down the stigmatization of medication-assisted treatment.

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

Patient stories: meet Dustin B.
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!

What you need to know about xylazine misuse
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.

What does "harm reduction" even mean?
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.

The dangers of detox for opioid 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.

Patient stories: meet Kim
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.

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

What can you expect from a telehealth OUD visit?
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.

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

How telehealth is advancing OUD treatment in America
Discover the impact of telehealth on opioid addiction treatment with benefits like better access to experts and improved patient retention.

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

Can addiction happen with a prescribed opioid medication?
Navigate the fine line between opioid dependence & addiction. Understand the crucial distinctions, risks, and how to ensure safe prescription practices.

It’s time to stop believing fake news about telehealth for opioid use disorder
Expanding access to medication-based care and improving treatment retention for patients with OUD is vital to address the worsening opioid overdose crisis.

Patient stories: meet Lewis
Hear from Lewis, a patient since September 2021, on his experience with opioids and Ophelia.

Opioid prescriptions are down from a decade ago, but regional disparities remain
Using data from the CDC, Ophelia explored the state of prescription opioid dispense rates across the U.S. amid a national record low.

Does Medicaid cover drug treatment services?
If you’re on Medicaid or eligible to enroll, you might be wondering: Does Medicaid cover drug treatment services? Learn more about Medicaid coverage!

The challenges of opioid addiction treatment in rural communities
Why are rural communities particularly vulnerable to the opioid epidemic? Learn more about the opioid epidemic in rural communities in this post.