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MAT with Suboxone is the best treatment for opioid addiction. Follow our step-by-step guide to ensure that you are getting the most out of your medication.

When designing a medication-assisted treatment plan for patients, most doctors prescribe methadone or Suboxone®. Here are the differences.

Find out how the ongoing opioid epidemic affects children and teens. Learn how parents can mitigate risks of opioid misuse for their family.

Debunk common myths about opioid addiction treatment and find out how telemedicine is a flexible and accessible option for those who need treatment.

Explore the pros & cons of combining marijuana with opioid use disorder treatment. Learn how cannabis might aid recovery while understanding the risks.

Even though medical practices have resumed normal operations, telehealth remains a valuable tool for patients who are in recovery or otherwise can’t travel.

Understand what an X-Waivered clinician is, the qualifications it takes to be certified, and why there are not enough to meet the needs of those dealing with OUD.

Fentanyl is all over the news, but are the headlines missing something? Read about 6 common fentanyl myths and the truth behind them here.

Keep up with the latest news on laws regarding fentanyl to find out what state and federal legislators are - and aren’t - doing to keep people safe.

This post covers how to prevent an opioid overdose, how to identify one in an emergency, and what not to do.

Find out about ketamine, its uses, regulations, & therapy. Understand its risks, benefits, and signs of misuse for informed decision-making on treatment options.

Discover the facts about oxycodone's half-life, detection times in blood, urine, saliva & hair, and how to clear this commonly abused opioid from the body.

Understand the basics of oxycodone, where this narcotic drug comes from, how it’s used, and what role it plays in the ongoing opioid epidemic.

Fentanyl's high risk of dependence & overdose make it extremely dangerous. It's important to know what to look for & what forms it comes in to minimize your risk.

Learn about why drugs are sometimes cut with Fentanyl.

Explore the evolution of addiction treatment & rehabilitation and understand how these developments have shaped modern approaches to overcoming substance abuse.

Ophelia explored how U.S. prescription opioid dispense rates in 2021 varied by state using Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services data.

Kratom is becoming an increasingly popular alternative for mental health treatments. Find out how it can be addictive and may potentially make symptoms worse.

Understand the risks & potential side effects of kratom for teens and learn how to talk to your teens about the dangers of this natural substance.

Understand the connection between substance use disorder & mental health. Learn about co-occurring conditions, risk factors, and available treatments.

Recovery takes strength, but you don’t have to do it alone. Brave Health is proud to partner with Ophelia to support your full recovery journey.

Discover how communities are increasing access to naloxone to combat the opioid crisis and how this increased availability can help save more lives.

Ophelia examined how naloxone access varies by state using data compiled by the SAFE Project, a nonprofit organization working to combat America's opioid epidemic.

Find out more about the opioid crisis in New York state. Learn about the local initiatives to address and combat the state's opioid situation.

Explore the link between vaping and opioid use disorder (OUD) and how e-cigarette use may impact treatment outcomes and addiction risk.