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An epidural is a common medical procedure that provides pain relief or lack of feeling during labor and childbirth.  The epidural medication is usually distributed through an IV injected at the back of the spine. Epidurals can also be used for certain types of surgeries as well as treatment for specific causes of chronic pain. For labor and childbirth, the most commonly used epidural is a combination of an anesthesia medication and a narcotic medication. The most common narcotic used in epidurals is fentanyl.

The rise in popularity of e-cigarettes and vapes has prompted more studies on the effects of vaping on overall health and well-being. Many young people believe vaping is a safer or healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes. Unfortunately, vaping carries its own set of health risks. Vaping is the most popular among the younger generation due to its marketing of colorful vape pens and fun vape flavors. It is the most popular way Americans aged 18-29 use tobacco. Acne is also a common health concern that mainly affects the same generation of young people. Acne generally occurs when oil and dead skin cells clog pores leading to pimples on the face, chest, back and shoulders. Some new studies are now showing an indirect correlation between acne and vaping or the use of vape products.

Valium is a popular drug treatment often prescribed for patients suffering from anxiety disorders, sleep disorders and seizure disorders. It is also commonly prescribed for social phobias and to help with alcohol withdrawal management. Despite Valium presenting as a central nervous system depressant that can produce feelings of intense sedation, pain relief and euphoria, it is not considered to be a narcotic drug. Valium is classified as a sedative drug in the benzodiazepine family. Approximately 92 million prescriptions of benzos such as Valium were filled in 2019.

Addiction is a disease that impacts the entire family. Addiction is a vicious cycle. Addiction does not discriminate based on race, gender or socio-economic status. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 20 million Americans struggle with a substance use disorder and not all of these Americans receive the care and treatment they need. Addiction changes the way the brain works. It can lead to physical and psychological changes that convince users the best way to cope with and manage their issues is through continued substance use.

More than 10% of U.S. children ages 17 or younger live with a parent with an alcohol use disorder. Alcoholism can lead to emotional, physical, mental and financial strain on the user as well as their family members. It is especially impactful on children. Often times one of the biggest strains from a parent with alcohol use disorder is neglect of children. Growing up with a drunk parent can have enduring effects on children including impaired learning capacity, increased risk for substance use disorders, increased risk for developing mental health conditions and difficulty maintaining a sense of normalcy.

Vaping has become so popular, that many see it as a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes. Vaping may be less harmful in certain aspects, but the e-cigarette does have its own set of health side effects. New studies have shown that vaping can become detrimental to dental and oral health. The oral cavity is a very resilient system and can heal faster than many other parts of the body. However, when repeatedly traumatized through e-cigarette use, it can cause irreversible tissue damage, permanent damage to gums and a high risk of tooth loss.

Alcohol is the most widely abused substance in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, an estimated 85.6% of people ages 18 and over have consumed alcohol at some point in their lives. Alcohol abuse can lead to a number of negative side effects, one of them being nosebleeds. Drinking alcohol doesn’t directly cause nosebleeds. However, research has found that frequent and heavy drinking patterns can significantly increase the risk of developing nosebleeds.

An estimated 21 million Americans struggle with some sort of substance addiction. Unfortunately, very few people actually seek out help and treatment for the disease. Addiction happens slowly over a period of time. Addiction is a mental health disease that occurs in stages from mild to severe. The addiction cycle is the process that every addict experiences starting from the initial stages to the severe stages and eventually to recovery.  Each stage of addiction involves complex interactions between the brain and chemical pathways causing distinct behaviors throughout the process.

What happens when network providers do not update their information, no longer accept your insurance, are no longer practicing and you cannot seem to find anyone to see you? You get an insurance directory of ghost networks. These inaccuracies, outdated information and false data correlate to creating what is called a ghost network. When insurance companies fail to correct errors that can lead to dire consequences for people who are seeking vital mental health care and behavioral health treatment, this makes policy holders believe they have more options than are actually available to them.

With the sober curious movement on the rise, non-alcoholic beverages such as non-alcoholic beer have become more and more popular. Beer is one of the oldest and most widely consumed alcoholic drinks in the world. Now a new generation of young drinkers are experimenting with non-alcoholic beer. A new generation of beer. This is partly due to the popularity of a health and wellness-conscious lifestyle where people are becoming more in tune with their health and looking for ways to incorporate wellness even when participating in social activities that aren’t necessarily considered healthy.