by Dr. Alberto Sola, M.D. | Sep 30, 2022 | Blog
By now, most people in the United States and even around the world are aware of the opioid epidemic in America. Over the past few decades, many thousands of people have developed dependencies on opioids; many thousands have died as a result. Although our country is...
by Dr. Alberto Sola, M.D. | Sep 30, 2022 | Blog
Many people have not even heard of the drug GHB. Others use it daily. Although some people associate this drug with date rape, it has some positive medical applications, and it is also used as voluntarily as a recreational drug. Unfortunately, some of the people who...
by Dr. Alberto Sola, M.D. | Sep 2, 2022 | Blog
Heroin addiction is a serious issue and one that can be incredibly difficult to overcome. Recent studies found that the number of people who admitted to using heroin doubled in less than 10 years, making it one of the most rapidly growing addictions in the United...
by Dr. Alberto Sola, M.D. | Aug 29, 2022 | Blog
Way back when you were in high school health class, the teacher told you all about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. He or she probably told you some things that were true and some things that were false, but there’s a good chance that you were at least told about the...
by Dr. Alberto Sola, M.D. | Feb 26, 2019 | Blog
Painkillers are sometimes used to treat debilitating pain or stress. These drugs simultaneously help the body’s nervous system block pain and stimulate portions of the brain that create pleasure. As such, painkillers can be highly addictive. Opioids are the most...