Studies suggest that yoga can help reduce the intensity and frequency of those troublesome migraines. Read more about what stressors could be causing your pain: cnn.com/2020/05/06/hea…

If you or someone you know is seeking help for mental illness and/or substance use, reach out to SAMHSA's National Helpline— a free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service (in English & Spanish) for individuals and families ⤵️ bit.ly/2UfHxl8

Recovery can be difficult when stressful events are added to the mix. Here are tips to help reduce stress so you can focus on your sobriety: lasvegasrecovery.com/how-to-reduce-… #stressmanagement #sobriety #recoverycommunity

Listen to Dr. Mel Pohl's conversation with Dr. Hanscom about Las Vegas Recovery's approach to treatment for chronic pain & addiction. He also shares the importance of empowering clients to help them build self-efficacy: bit.ly/308rr10 #chronicpain #treatment #blogtalkradio

DEA suspects stress from COVID-19 and the struggling economy is playing a big role in local opioid abuse: news3lv.com/news/local/loc…

Check out Dr. Mel Pohl's recent interview on the Back in Control podcast with Dr. David Hanscom. Dr. Pohl discusses the inflammatory effects opioids can cause and the importance of also treating the emotional side of pain: blogtalkradio.com/backincontrol/…

To raise awareness about overdose dangers, the FDA will now require drug manufacturers to include information about overdose-reversal medication on painkillers. katu.com/news/recover-n…

The cost estimate pertains to the overall toll of the opioid overdose epidemic that has contributed to nearly 500,000 deaths in the U.S. over the past two decades: abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireS…

LVRC's Dr. Mel Pohl was recently interviewed by Fox News. Check out what he has to say about the struggles surrounding addiction treatment and recovery efforts during the pandemic: foxnews.com/health/pandemi…

Let us raise overdose awareness & reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths. Learn the signs of overdose & seek recovery resources. If you or a loved one are facing mental or substance abuse disorders, reach out to SAMHSA (800) 662-4357 or LVRC (888) 219-1158

Help us recognize National Recovery Month! Every September, communities work together to educate the public about substance use treatment and mental health services. If you or a loved one are seeking help, you can reach LVRC at (888) 219-1158 or bit.ly/2QGjgU2

Do forget! If you are registered to attend the virtual Cape Cod Symposium, Dr. Mel Pohl will be holding his live presentation Friday, Sept. 11. To learn more about this event, visit the Cape Cod Symposium on Addictive Disorders website: ccsad.com/agenda/

ICYMI OPINION Treatment is triage, not a cure for addiction By Alvin Elliott thenevadaindependent.com/article/treatm…

Check out my recent interview with Scott H Silverman's Happy Hour Podcast We discuss the difference between acute & chronic pain. I also share how the mind & body work together to create the feeling of pain. Listen to more on the podcast: scottsilvermanhappyhour.podbean.com/e/dr-mel-pohl-…

LVRC's Alumni Recovery Advocate, Alvin Elliott, wrote an opinion article for Nevada Independent Learn about the power behind treatment & recovery resources, as well as how these steps can help change the lives of families & their addicted loved ones: thenevadaindependent.com/article/treatm…

LVRC attended the first-ever Beyond the Wall gala, this gala benefits The Darren Waller Foundation! Las Vegas Raiders player Darren Waller and his foundation provide a safe environment and resources for teens to help prevent substance abuse and misuse.

Overcoming an opiate and alcohol addiction can be an uphill battle. However, with the right addiction treatment program, no addiction is too challenging to overcome: lasvegasrecovery.com/addiction-blog…

Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, has agreed to plead guilty to criminal charges related to its marketing of the addictive painkiller and faces penalties of roughly $8.3 billion: cnn.com/2020/10/21/bus…

Understanding what happens throughout the alcohol withdrawal process can ease the pressure and anxiety surrounding it. Learn about the four stages of alcohol withdrawal: lasvegasrecovery.com/addiction-blog…

There are five major signs of alcohol addiction to be aware of as you examine your relationship with alcohol: lasvegasrecovery.com/addiction-blog…