COVID-19 AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Liquor Store Sales Soar During Pandemic
Even though Americans were not going out to bars, clubs, or parties during COVID-19 lockdowns, at-home alcohol consumption soared, with skyrocketing liquor sales more than making up for the dip in bar and restaurant alcohol sales. Unfortunately, alcohol misuse at home inevitably became alcohol addiction at home. If people do not get help for their alcohol addiction problems now, they are more at risk for serious harm in the coming days.
Drug Overdose Deaths Rise During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Although it is no longer making the headlines, another pandemic in America rages on. A pandemic made worse by COVID-19.
New Study Predicts Higher Risk for COVID-19 Among Addicts
A new study just confirmed that people who misuse drugs and alcohol are at a greater risk of contracting COVID-19. What does this mean for addiction treatment in 2021?
The Drug Overdose Epidemic
While deaths from COVID-19 are front-page news on a daily basis, another national public health crisis, overdose deaths from the use of illicit drugs, is growing. For many, the correlation represents strong evidence that another painful result of the pandemic is an increase in deaths from drug addiction.
People with Addiction Are More Susceptible to COVID-19
One of the harmful side-effects of addiction is that being hooked on drugs and alcohol makes one more susceptible to contracting various illnesses. Given the COVID-19 pandemic, that puts addicts at even greater risk.
A Potentially Lethal Error
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, people all across the country are taking extra precautions to protect their health. But what about those who are also struggling with an addiction to drugs and alcohol?
