Franesco P, Author at Simcoe Rehab

What Are the Benefits of Drug Addiction Counselling?

Addiction, Drugs, Mental Health, Treatment Methods / Franesco P

Canadian drug overdoses rose 31% from 2020 to 2021. Meanwhile, the use rates of addictive drugs like cocaine and opioids or multiple substances of abuse are also on the rise nationwide. Overcoming addiction to these substances is no small feat. For the individuals suffering and families supporting loved ones who are addicted to drugs, things […]

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The most dangerous opioid: Fentanyl

Originally Fentanyl was used as an anesthetic until doctors realized how effective it was at relieving pain in small quantities. When in the hands of trained professionals with laboratory-grade equipment, Fentanyl has a broad therapeutic index- a range within which the drug is both practical and safe. Unfortunately, Fentanyl is used in dangerous amounts in