August 30, 2024 | 5:10 PM
Pa. promotes state parks for helping addiction recovery
Spending time in nature can be a powerful tool to boost mental and physical health for people in recovery from drug addiction.
tag | addiction
May 7, 2024 | 2:42 PM
Bucknell researcher finds first taste of alcohol can have long-lasting effects.
February 20, 2024 | 10:28 AM
A bill to legalize syringe services in Pa. just passed a historic hurdle, but GOP opposition remains
The CDC says new users of syringe services programs are more likely to enter drug treatment. But providers in most of Pennsylvania risk arrest.
January 25, 2024 | 8:57 AM
Justice Department expands claims against Pa. courts in opioid addiction treatment case
The federal Department of Justice recently broadened its accusations that Pa. courts discriminate against people with opioid use disorder by restricting access to medications.
January 4, 2023 | 12:11 PM
Regional disparities in anti-addiction drug distribution across Pa., study finds
January 3, 2023 | 4:36 PM
Singer on tour with Pennsylvania’s The Stylistics shares his story with alcoholism
On The Spark Monday, Tom Cridland, a singer and songwriter, who creates original rock and pop music, discussed his story as an artist and how he used Elton John’s music to overcome a life-threatening alcohol addiction.
July 15, 2022 | 5:00 AM
Pa. court system says it’s not responsible for county judges banning opioid addiction medication
A federal lawsuit alleges the Pennsylvania court system discriminated against people with opioid use disorder, raising questions about who is responsible for decisions made by local judges.
April 12, 2022 | 5:13 AM
Oversight of Pennsylvania addiction recovery homes will begin soon, but operators slow to opt-in
Only a few dozen addiction recovery homes in Pennsylvania have applied for a license despite the licensing program being designed to bring more oversight to the critical industry.
