by Katie Sebastyn | Aug 5, 2025 | Addiction Treatment, fentanyl, Fentanyl Addiction, Opioids, Outpatient Drug Rehab
Vermont is facing a serious problem with fentanyl addiction, a powerful synthetic opioid that is becoming more common throughout the state. Recent data shows a significant increase in fentanyl-related overdoses, making it crucial for residents to know about the...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jul 1, 2025 | fentanyl, Fentanyl Addiction, Harm Reduction
The presence of fentanyl in street drugs has reached crisis levels. This powerful synthetic opioid, up to 50 times stronger than heroin, now contaminates everything from cocaine to fake prescription pills. In 2022 alone, fentanyl-related overdoses claimed over 70,000...
by Katie Sebastyn | Mar 28, 2025 | Vermont's Good Samaritan Law, Addiction, Addiction Counseling, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Fentanyl Addiction, Genetics and Addiction, Therapy
Introduction Vermont’s Good Samaritan Law is an important law that protects people who help during drug overdose emergencies. This law encourages bystanders to take action without worrying about legal consequences, making it safer for those with substance use...
by Katie Sebastyn | Dec 17, 2024 | fentanyl, Addiction Counseling, Addiction Treatment, Fentanyl Addiction, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Treatment
Introduction Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has significantly contributed to the worsening opioid epidemic. Initially created for medical use, its ability to relieve pain is 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine. This extreme strength makes fentanyl...
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