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What Is a Drug Detox Program? Are you or someone you love considering attending a drug and alcohol detox program in Los Angeles? If you are you’ve taken a great big step towards a different way of being and that’s very brave. It takes courage to face change, and you have what it takes to …

Who Should Consider an Alcohol Detox Program? While it used to be thought that moderate drinking couldn’t hurt and might even be beneficial, new research shows that any amount of alcohol can be bad for your health. Those who have had a long drinking career will likely have a harder time getting sober than those …

What is Dry January? Dry January began as a public health initiative in 2012, started by the British charity Alcohol Change UK, challenging people to avoid drinking any alcohol and remain sober throughout the entire month of January. Because so many people view January as the best month to start fresh, take on new challenges, …

What is Codeine? Codeine is a prescription opiate medication and narcotic used to treat mild to moderate pain. It commonly comes in tablet form and is the main ingredient in prescription cough medications. Codeine is also an ingredient in Tylenol 3, a popular painkiller, along with Acetaminophen. Although it is less potent than morphine, it …

What is Dry January? Alcohol is one of the most damaging substances that is often abused and every new year, many people look to a Dry January to help them to start the new year in a clean, sober way. Dry January is a personal challenge to avoid alcohol for the entire month of January. …

New Year’s Eve: A Time to Celebrate Like many other holidays, New Year’s Eve is almost synonymous with excess alcohol use. Our culture has created an occasion for excess and our culture not only allows it, it encourages it. Advertisements for sparkling wine, champagnes and other libations depict a joyous event with people ringing in …