Millions of people in the United States misuse opioids like heroin. As many as 1.1 million adults in the U.S. use heroin every year, according to the National Institutes of Health. If you have an opioid use disorder, getting help can save your life. Turn to our heroin detox center at BoardPrep Recovery Center® by…
The opioid epidemic covers a lot of different drugs, including heroin. Heroin induces a euphoric feeling when injected, snorted, or smoked. Like other opioids, a person runs a very high risk of overdosing the longer they use. Recognizing the physical signs of heroin use gives you a better chance of helping someone before that happens.…
Like many prescription opioids, heroin gives patients relief from intense pain and a euphoric high. In fact, when a prescription runs out or a person can’t afford the cost of their medicine, heroin offers a relatively cheap and accessible alternative to achieving a similar effect. However, heroin addiction can take a devastating toll on a…