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The healing journey can be joyful!

IOP-intensive outpatient program (for women) A Medical Alternative to Traditional Drug Rehab

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A Community Conversation About Su***de will be held Tuesday, Jan. 30, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Clemmons Branch Library, 6365 James St., in Clemmons. Join us for an open discussion about su***de and learn about future training opportunities.

Substance use and overdose rates have increased dramatically over the past decade, and more than 75% of drug overdose deaths in 2021 involved an opioid. Opioid use disorder (OUD) is now clearly recognized as a brain disease that responds well to treatment with
medication, such as methadone and buprenorphine, in combination with counseling or other behavior modification strategies. Just as a person with high blood pressure or diabetes takes medication to manage their condition, a person with OUD may take medication to help manage the condition. The success rate of treatment of OUD with medication is well over 50%, whereas the success rate of treatment of OUD with just counseling or participation in
12-step programs or abstinence-based programs is less than 15%. Medication-assisted
treatment (MAT) has also been shown to markedly reduce criminal activity, risk of HIV infection, and overdose deaths among those receiving MAT.

MAT is evidence-based and is the recommended course of treatment for OUD. The American
Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, American Medical Association, National Institute on Drug
Abuse (NIDA), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA),
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all emphasize MAT as first line treatment for OUD.

Fortunately, MAT is more available than ever. However, there is more stigma against the treatment of opioid use disorder with medication than with counseling or other services. Let’s all work together and support everyone in our recovery community with opioid use disorder who wants to begin or continue the treatment.





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We are excited to announce that we are moving to a new space with a bit more room :)

Proud to support

Welcome to our Winston Salem office!

Advancing Forward Health provides a space that is inviting and warm. We have incredible staff who specialize in the treatment of opioid use disorder. Our doctor and therapist focuses on YOUR treatment.

We can help you with your substance use disorder and work towards healing issues such as guilt and shame, trauma, and more!

We look forward to meeting you.

Advancing Forward Health A Medical Alternative to Traditional Drug Rehab

This can be a challenging time of year for many people.

Su***de is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for su***de and how to get help can help save lives.

If you or someone you know is struggling or needs support now, call or text 988 or chat https://988lifeline.org ***deAwareness

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We're saddened to hear of the tragic loss of Stephen 'tWitch' Boss. If you're struggling, please know you are never alone. Reach out. Call or text the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline for help and support. We're here for you, 24/7/365.

April is Counseling Awareness Month!

Advancing Forward Health is honored to be on your team. We are dedicated professionals who provide individualized, innovative and compassionate care. Thank you for trusting us with your recovery.

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12 Step and Peer Support Recovery There are many ways to stop using drugs. In the hundreds of hours of lectures I’ve listened to, I’ve heard it said that “Every way works for someone, but no way works for everyone.” So, what is a person to do? Most of us...

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A Decade of Rising Overdoses, and How to Find Help While COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on entire communities, those with drug use disorders have been especially vulnerable. A decade of rising overdose rates set the stage for this crisis. Economic stressors, social isolation...

In honor of National Addiction Professional’s Day , although it was yesterday, we want to show our appreciation for you ladies today and always. Your dedication and drive is an inspiration to us all.

We are here to help you get back to living your best life. We offer compassionate drug addiction & detox care, convenient flexible scheduling and a medical alternative to traditional drug rehab.
Don’t you owe it to yourself? You’re worth it!

We are all in this together

We are standing by, waiting. All you need to do is make the first move.

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Helping to save lives in the Winston-Salem and surrounding area.
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Find the right drug treatment for you If you don't know where to go for help recovering from opioid use disorder, this video is for you. We'll explain the use of medically-assisted recovery throu...

Check out our latest blog from Dr. Laura!
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Compassionate Drug Addiction And Detox Care Winston-Salem, NC A Medical Alternative to Traditional Drug Rehab

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/u-s-overdose-deaths-hit-record-93-000-pandemic-last-n1273933

U.S. overdose deaths hit record 93,000 in pandemic last year The estimate far eclipses the high of about 72,000 drug overdose deaths reached the previous year and amounts to a 29 percent increase.

The underlying factors of addiction start well before the first drug is taken.

One day at a time! That's all it takes and we are here to help along that path.

Help us celebrate 🎉 our new Saturday 3:30-5:30pm

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