Opioid treatment providers weren’t eligible to share in the $50 billion for Medicare providers included in the Cares Act.
The desire to turn to drugs and alcohol as a coping mechanism during the pandemic could become more problematic.
SAFE Glen Cove Coalition have been working to deliver necessities, such as food and other essential items, to families in Glen Cove.
National Prevention Week kicks off today.
It is even more critical now than ever to make our youth aware of the dangers of tobacco products and good lung health.
The NIH HEAL Initiative was developed to address the opioid crisis.
The award winning Glen Cove Public Library steps to the forefront in Adult Literacy.
The Trump administration is working to ensure prevention, treatment and recovery services remain in place during the COVID-19 crisis.
The DEA is asking Americans to keep prescription medications safe and secure until they can properly dispose of them.
New research suggests that among adolescent marijuana users, smoking it has become less prevalent, eclipsed by vaping and edibles.
Researchers are gravely concerned that COVID-19 will increase already catastrophic opioid overdose rates.
Take Down Tobacco Day is a national day of action held each year.
An online smoking cessation program will launch April 28.
The After 3 Program will now be offered to Glen Cove Elementary and Middle School students via virtual instruction.
For those suffering from opioid use disorder, COVID-19 brings a host of additional issues.
4th Annual Glen Cove Community Service streamed live on Facebook
Researchers are taking a variety of approaches to tackle the opioid epidemic.
NSWCA has elected Locust Valley Water District Commissioner Patricia Peterson as its Secretary for its 2020 Board.
If you’re struggling with an alcohol use disorder, the coronavirus pandemic brings to the surface a unique set of concerns.
Ability To Make Partial Property Tax Payment Would Relieve Growing Pressures Facing Small Businesses & Residents
SAFE and NYS OASAS are concerned about how COVID -19 has affected the community.
The coronavirus outbreak will worsen the opioid crisis, which needs its own set of protocols.
So-Called ‘Flushable Wipes’ Clog the Sewer System
COVID-19 could be an especially serious threat to those who smoke or vape and people with opioid or methamphetamine use disorder.
While making a point to keep their distance, a councilman, an attorney, and a roofer brought Irish joy to neighborhoods across Glen Cove.
New studies suggest a nicotine overdose can have deadly consequences.
Most common mental disorders are associated with disturbed sleep and substance use disorders are no exception, research shows.
The NYS Department of Health has launched a tool to help youth quit vaping.
A recent study shows the effectiveness of medication to treat opioid use disorder to nonpharmacologic treatments.
Many people who develop gambling addictions also develop problems with drugs and alcohol.
Glen Cove High School students received a presentation by Deputy Chief Chris Ortiz regarding underage drinking.
Overdose rates spiked in Connecticut in 2019.
Research shows most teens enrolled in Medicaid who have been treated for an overdose did not receive follow up treatments.
There was a dramatic spike in opioid overdose deaths in Washington D.C. in 2019.
What experts are saying regarding the dangerous health consequences related to vaping.
OASAS has launched a public awareness campaign to address misconceptions and stigma regarding addiction, prevention, treatment and recovery.
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A vaping epidemic called EVALI has been slowly killing Americans.
President Trump has signed sweeping opioids legislation into law to combat the opioid epidemic.
Flavored liquid nicotine for open tank devices will be exempt from a ban.