Ottawa, ON,– Twenty-seven percent of individuals who had an emergency department visit for cannabis use developed a new anxiety disorder within three years, according to new research. Led by researchers at the Bruyère Research Institute, University of Ottawa Department of Family Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital, and ICES, this is the largest study of the relationship between cannabis use and anxiety […]
Anonymous Health, a pioneer in outpatient teletherapy services, is proud to announce its launch in Alaska. This marks a significant step in addressing the complex challenges of addiction care across the state. “We are excited to help address long-standing capacity and access challenges of addiction care in Alaska,” said Medical Director, Dr. Palani Chidambaram. “Our […]
(Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor Thursday announced a $350 million national settlement with Publicis Health to resolve investigations into the global marketing and communications firm’s role in the prescription opioid crisis. Alaska will receive more than $780,000 from the settlement to help address the opioid crisis. In agreeing to the terms of […]
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska – In response to the growing problems with fentanyl and other illegal drugs in Southeast Alaska, the Alaska National Guard’s Counterdrug Support Program and 103rd Civil Support Team will conduct two separate informational briefings with Ketchikan first responders, Feb 5 and 6. The Guardsmen will also present on fentanyl awareness and […]