Posted by pgh on 11th November, 2016 in Uncategorized
An opioid addiction forum was recently held at Winthrop High School to discuss the opioid epidemic affecting local Maine communities. The event featured speakers from several different agencies invested in improving opioid abuse rates, including law enforcement, hospitals, and Maine rehab centers that offer addiction treatment. The purpose of the forum was to encourage agencies …
Posted by pgh on 3rd November, 2016 in Uncategorized
Students from over 30 local high schools recently gathered at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor for an event called “One Life Project: Youth Voice.” The event, which was sponsored by local agencies including the U.S. Attorney’s Office for Maine and the Bangor Daily News, was held to gather the thoughts and opinions of youth …
Posted by pgh on 2nd November, 2016 in Uncategorized
Research shows that sexual assault victims are between three and 10 times more likely to use marijuana, cocaine, and other drugs than those who aren’t assaulted, according to the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network. Additionally, women who are sexually assaulted as children are three times more likely to suffer from substance abuse and addiction …
Posted by pgh on 7th October, 2016 in Uncategorized
Within the last year and a half, the state of Maine has seen over 450 deaths caused by drug overdoses. Maine has reduced spending on drug treatment and prevention by 6.6% over the past year, and thousands of residents are struggling to find help for their addictions as a result. Maine rehab centers and methadone …
Posted by pgh on 6th October, 2016 in Uncategorized
A Maine doctor recently announced on Facebook that she will treat individuals for drug addiction regardless of whether or not they have health insurance. Merideth Norris, who specializes in addiction treatment, is invested in helping the state combat its current heroin epidemic, and will offer treatment to those who lack insurance. In addition to Norris, …
