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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.

Discover the risks of alcohol use during OUD treatment. Learn why mixing substances like Suboxone and alcohol can be dangerous and detrimental to recovery.

People addicted to alcohol are more likely to also become dependent on other substances, such as opioids. Understand polysubstance use disorder and its risks.

Discover the Bernese method, a microdosing approach using buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment and learn how it differs from standard methods.

Opioid use at any point in life can have a significant impact on older women. Gain a better understanding of the relationship between menopause and opioids.

Gain a better understanding of how opioids affect your body. This guide covers how the endocrine system works & the effects of opioids on the endocrine system.

We’ve achieved 100% Medicaid acceptance for medications for addiction treatment (MAT) in PA. Learn how Jefferson Health Plan members can access our treatment.