Low-Risk Pain Management Options Talk to your doctor about ways to manage or relieve your postpartum pain. Here are a few options they might recommend: Ibuprofen (Motrin®) & acetaminophen (Tylenol®) Light activity (walking) Numbing sprays such as Dermoplast® Witch-hazel pads such as Tucks® Sitz baths (sitting in a few inches of warm water) Cold pack/heating … Continue reading Postpartum Pain Management
Addict II Athlete, Maintaining Recovery
Addict II Athlete is a nonprofit which offers support group meetings, education, and resources for those affected by mental health and addiction issues. This action-orientated community based organization assists those in recovery as well as family, friends and community members. We have been around for over 10 years helping thousands of individuals and families in recovery.
Red Ribbon Week Toolkit
This free toolkit was created to give all those engaged in youth drug prevention effective strategies, activities, and ideas to implement during Red Ribbon Week that are based on prevention science and research to help reduce youth substance use.
Free Naloxone at the Spanish Fork Library
The Spanish Fork Library offers more than good books and free Wi-Fi. As of March, the library is also offering free naloxone. A few years ago, in conjunction with Spanish Fork City’s Active and Healthy initiative, the Spanish Fork Library began offering free gun locks to help prevent death by suicide. In addition to these … Continue reading Free Naloxone at the Spanish Fork Library
Drug Use and Relationships
Prescription drug misuse can happen to anyone. When it happens, it can wreak havoc on relationships. If you or a loved one is dealing with substance misuse, then here is some advice from a couple who made it through. Thank you for sharing your story Joel and Anjuli! https://videopress.com/v/wPOYjcYA?preloadContent=metadata Recovery from addiction is possible, so … Continue reading Drug Use and Relationships
Opioid Prevention Policies in Utah
Overdose Reporting (Utah Code: 76-3-203.11) This law enables bystanders to report an overdose without fear of criminal prosecution for illegal possession of a controlled substance or illicit drug. Good Samaritan Law (Utah Code: 78B-4-501) This law permits a person who renders emergency care at or near the scene of, or during, an emergency, gratuitously and … Continue reading Opioid Prevention Policies in Utah
Easy Ways to Improve Opioid Safety
Guidelines to Help Protect You and Your Family Opioids are often prescribed after surgery to help relieve pain. Below are some simple ways you can improve opioid safety. 1. Talk With Your Doctor If you have been prescribed an opioid, talk with your doctor about the risks and if possible, discuss alternatives to opioids. There … Continue reading Easy Ways to Improve Opioid Safety
You Can Break Down Stigma
People with medical conditions need a supportive network to help them recover. Substance use disorder is just as much a valid condition as someone who is recovering from cancer. Any chronic medical condition requires support from a recovery community. Unfortunately, not all health conditions receive the same level of support. People with a substance use … Continue reading You Can Break Down Stigma
Naloxone – Save a Life
Where can I get Naloxone? Low-Cost Naloxone Your Local Pharmacy: The Utah Naloxone Standing Order allows pharmacists to give naloxone to anyone without a prescription. You can still get a prescription from a healthcare provider if you prefer. Sometimes a healthcare provider will prescribe naloxone with an opioid prescription. Getting a naloxone prescription may help … Continue reading Naloxone – Save a Life
Hobbies for Healthy Coping
Hi my name is Ozzy Mac. This is my story of Substance Abuse and finding new hobbies for healthy coping. So a little about me: I grew up in American Fork. I am the oldest of three, I have two younger sisters. My family life was a little different. My mom worked a lot at … Continue reading Hobbies for Healthy Coping