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Hunter Biden’s story similar to patients whose ‘addictions are weaponized against them’: Doctor | Vargas Reports, NewsNation
November 2, 2023
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Shift from injecting to smoking opioids causes providers to change tactics – Santa Fe New Mexican
October 27, 2023
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Local treatment center offers quality care, hope for those struggling with addiction – Gallup Journey
September 1, 2023
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Fake ‘sober homes’ targeting Native Americans scam millions from taxpayers – KUNM
August 31, 2023
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Medication for opioid addiction is life-saving for pregnant women and babies. In New Mexico, few get it – Searchlight New Mexico
August 30, 2023
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Santa Fe center to boost opioid treatment options in McKinley County – KUNM
August, 24, 2023
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“We’re the Bridge.” The street outreach team at Four Corners Detox Recovery Center hits the streets every Wednesday – Gallup Independent
July 24, 2023
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They were promised help getting sober and a fresh start. Instead they ended up stranded in Arizona – Albuquerque Journal
May 13, 2023
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Powerful drug Xylazine enters New Mexico street market. Here’s what to know about ‘tranq.’ – Albuquerque Journal
May 2, 2023
Officials say there have been at least two cases of the horse tranquilizer xylazine popping up in New Mexico’s drug market — being found recently in the system of one person after they died and another seeking recovery. Read more

New Mexico Recovery Centers Brace for Xylazine – KOB4
April 24, 2023
“It’s just the latest in a trend of the deeper underlying issue that as a society we have, you know, a crisis with addictions and in New Mexico that presents in many forms,” said Ore. Read more

Veterinary tranquilizer appearing mixed with opioids in New Mexico – KUNM
April 21, 2023
When mixed with an opioid like fentanyl, xylazine can make the effects of another drug feel stronger and last longer. Read more

How One New Mexico County is Taking a Community-Wide Approach to Treating Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders – The Rural Monitor
February 22, 2023
A community-wide consortium to improve health outcomes for residents of McKinley County who have a history of, or are at risk of developing, substance use disorders is the latest step taken by local healthcare leaders to tackle an issue that has been present in Gallup for generations. Read more