Substance abuse

TRUE Addiction & Behavioral Health Announces Grand Opening

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Murfreesboro, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - March 20, 2024) - TRUE (Transforming Roots Unto Eternity) Addiction & Behavioral Health proudly announces its grand opening in Murfreesboro, Tennessee for individuals seeking comprehensive addiction and behavioral health services.

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  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - March 20, 2024) - TRUE (Transforming Roots Unto Eternity) Addiction & Behavioral Health proudly announces its grand opening in Murfreesboro, Tennessee for individuals seeking comprehensive addiction and behavioral health services.
  • TRUE offers a spectrum of services addressing substance abuse, mental health disorders, and gambling and process addiction.
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): Focused on managing emotions and relationships, particularly beneficial for addiction and self-harm.
  • Additionally, TRUE plans to enhance community engagement among the clients with the upcoming opening of a 3,500-square-foot community center this spring.

BioCorRx Reports Business Update for 2023

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

ANAHEIM, CA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire — BioCorRx Inc. (OTCQB: BICX) (the “Company”), a developer and provider of innovative treatment programs for substance abuse and related disorders, today provided a business update for the year ended December 31, 2023, and reported on recent corporate developments.

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  • ANAHEIM, CA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire — BioCorRx Inc. (OTCQB: BICX) (the “Company”), a developer and provider of innovative treatment programs for substance abuse and related disorders, today provided a business update for the year ended December 31, 2023, and reported on recent corporate developments.
  • Lourdes Felix, CEO, CFO, and Director of BioCorRx Inc., commented, “In 2023, we made significant strides in advancing the Phase I clinical trial of BICX104, an implantable biodegradable naltrexone pellet designed for treating opioid use disorder (OUD).
  • We successfully decreased our total operating expenses by over $1.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, compared to the previous year.
  • Overall, we are optimistic about the business outlook and look forward to continuing to develop medicines.

Child Abuse and Sex Trafficking: What You Might Not Know

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

This month serves as a powerful reminder that child abuse prevention is not a solitary effort.

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  • This month serves as a powerful reminder that child abuse prevention is not a solitary effort.
  • On a state level, the statistics for child abuse in Florida in 2023 show concerning trends with reported cases on the rise.
  • Child abuse and sex trafficking are closely related, with child sex trafficking being a form of child abuse that occurs when a child under 18 is advertised, solicited, or exploited through a commercial sex act.
  • It is crucial to raise awareness about these interconnected challenges during Child Abuse Awareness Month and recognize the shared vulnerabilities that contribute to these forms of exploitation.

NORTHSHORE HEALTH CENTERS ANNOUNCES FOUR NEW FACILITIES TO PROVIDE MORE ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE FOR INDIANA RESIDENTS

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Monday, April 1, 2024

The new locations will enable the company to provide accessible care to a wider patient base.

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  • The new locations will enable the company to provide accessible care to a wider patient base.
  • NorthShore currently has 20 locations —full-service clinics and primary care clinics, school-based clinics and locations within other community organizations — that provide medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, mental health and medication assistance through on-site pharmacies.
  • As with all locations within the NorthShore community, the new facilities will also provide affordable, quality telehealth care through video or phone calls for appointments with providers for nonemergency primary care, behavioral health and substance abuse treatment.
  • Calming rooms for both patients and staff in need of personal space or privacy during doctor consultations will also be located throughout each facility.

Ibogaine By David Dardashti Explains the Legal Status of Ibogaine

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Monday, March 25, 2024

MIAMI, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ibogaine by David Dardashti is proud to announce more information about the legal status of ibogaine in Mexico and other countries for those recovering from an opiate addiction.

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  • MIAMI, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ibogaine by David Dardashti is proud to announce more information about the legal status of ibogaine in Mexico and other countries for those recovering from an opiate addiction.
  • Ibogaine Therapy Ibogaine is a revolutionary therapy which has been proven to reduce withdrawal symptoms and stop the cycle of substance abuse and opiate addiction in its tracks.
  • “It is our hope that through continued research those struggling with addiction can soon benefit from ibogaine without the fear of persecution or legal trouble,” said Gavriel Dardashti, Lead Scientific Researcher at Ibogaine By David Dardashti.
  • Ibogaine By david Dardashti continues to offer promises of hope despite drastic attempts of termination from those of greed and who lack a moral compass.

211 Impact Survey Uncovers Widespread Unmet Community Needs Nationwide

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

The survey results of nearly 16 million requests* and 19 million referrals* show housing, utilities, and food assistance remain the top needs of people seeking support nationwide.

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  • The survey results of nearly 16 million requests* and 19 million referrals* show housing, utilities, and food assistance remain the top needs of people seeking support nationwide.
  • Key findings from the 2023 211 Impact Survey:
    Housing assistance referrals continue to increase, with total referrals nearly double pre-pandemic numbers.
  • Nearly 95 percent of 211 leaders reported unmet needs related to housing, 61.6 percent related to utilities, and 52.2 percent related to transportation.
  • The annual 211 Impact Survey plays a central role in understanding the evolving needs of individuals, families, and communities.

Turning Point of Tampa Elevates Recovery Support with Comprehensive Partial Hospitalization Programs

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Recognizing the critical role that PHP treatment plays in the continuum of care, Turning Point embarked on an ambitious project to revitalize its PHP treatment offerings, culminating in the successful launch of the partial hospitalization program.

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  • Recognizing the critical role that PHP treatment plays in the continuum of care, Turning Point embarked on an ambitious project to revitalize its PHP treatment offerings, culminating in the successful launch of the partial hospitalization program.
  • In an exciting development accompanying the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP program) launch, Turning Point of Tampa has also opened a brand new FARR Certified Recovery Residence .
  • By integrating a comprehensive Day Treatment Program with exceptional recovery residence facilities, Turning Point is setting a new standard in treatment and support for individuals battling Substance Use Disorders and Eating Disorders.
  • For more information about Turning Point of Tampa and its services, please visit https://www.tpotampa.com

Prudential Financial introduces new workplace insurance benefits that help support mental health and growing families

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Prudential Financial, Inc. ( NYSE: PRU ) has introduced new voluntary workplace insurance offerings that help support family building and mental health, including benefits that cover fertility procedures, extended hospital stays, screenings for substance use, and severe mental illness.

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  • Prudential Financial, Inc. ( NYSE: PRU ) has introduced new voluntary workplace insurance offerings that help support family building and mental health, including benefits that cover fertility procedures, extended hospital stays, screenings for substance use, and severe mental illness.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404432800/en/
    Jess Gillespie, Head of Product and Underwriting, Prudential Group Insurance (Photo: Business Wire)
    Voluntary or supplemental insurance refers to optional, employee-paid benefits that can help pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses not covered by health insurance, such as co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles.
  • As part of Prudential Group Insurance’s expanded suite of Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity insurance, the new mental health benefits include screenings for anxiety, mood disorders and substance abuse — as well as coverage for the most diagnosed mental health conditions and severe mental illness.
  • “Employees turn to their employers for benefits that can help them during key life events,” said Gillespie.

Acadia Healthcare Acquires Three Comprehensive Treatment Centers in North Carolina

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that it has recently completed the acquisitions of three comprehensive treatment centers (“CTC”) in North Carolina.

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  • Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that it has recently completed the acquisitions of three comprehensive treatment centers (“CTC”) in North Carolina.
  • Two of the locations, rebranded as Raleigh Comprehensive Treatment Center and Greenville Comprehensive Treatment Center, are located in Raleigh, North Carolina, and Greenville, North Carolina, respectively.
  • The third acquired location, rebranded as Hillsborough Comprehensive Treatment Center, in Hillsborough, North Carolina, serves residents in communities from Durham to Burlington.
  • With these additions, Acadia now operates 10 CTC locations in North Carolina and 160 locations in 32 states across the country.

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas and Wells Fargo Bank Award $750K to CC Housing for Senior Affordable Housing Development

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

FHLB Dallas awarded a $750,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant through member Wells Fargo to CC Housing to assist with construction.

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  • FHLB Dallas awarded a $750,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant through member Wells Fargo to CC Housing to assist with construction.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    CC Housing, a housing nonprofit organization based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, provides affordable housing options to low-income and special-needs families and individuals across New Mexico.
  • AHP funds assist FHLB Dallas members in financing the purchase, construction and rehabilitation of owner-occupied, rental or transitional housing and housing for homeless individuals.
  • “Wells Fargo has been instrumental in affordable housing developments in areas that need it most,” said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas.