Vertava Health of Massachusetts Blog
Our blog offers information on addiction-related issues and topics for recovering individuals and their loved ones. Here, you can seek information about substances of abuse, side effects, treatment, current medications, therapy, inpatient programs and more.
What Does Heroin Do To Your Body?
Using heroin can severely impact your body. Just one use can cause severe complications and make it difficult to stop taking the...
Oct 14, 2019
Read More5 Signs Of A Cocaine Overdose
Cocaine is an illegal stimulant drug that comes in the form of a white powder. According to research from the National Institute on...
Sep 18, 2019
Read More6 Signs Your Loved One Is Using Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine is a powerful drug that can have physical, mental, and emotional consequences when abused. Due to the intense high this...
Sep 17, 2019
Read More7 Signs Someone Is Addicted To Fentanyl
Fentanyl is one of the most potent opioids available on the market. It is rarely prescribed for long-term use and is typically only used to...
Sep 13, 2019
Read MoreCommon Opioid Street Slang And Nicknames
Many opioid medications and illicit opioids have slang or street names. A person may refer to a drug in slang to prevent loved ones or...
Sep 12, 2019
Read More5 Signs Someone Is Addicted To Cocaine
Cocaine is a psychoactive stimulant that can result in serious health risks, including addiction and overdose. In addition to the...
Sep 11, 2019
Read MoreHeroin Overdose Signs And Symptoms
Heroin is an illegal opioid that is poisonous to the body. When a person uses heroin, they risk overdosing on the substance....
Sep 11, 2019
Read MoreMassachusetts Drug Rehab Success Rates And Statistics
Massachusetts, like many other states, is home to countless individuals struggling with drug abuse and addiction. Unfortunately, the...
Sep 11, 2019
Read MoreHeroin Withdrawal And Detox Timeline
Making the decision to quit heroin can be life-changing and can provide an individual with another chance at a drug-free and...
Sep 10, 2019
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