Those suffering from opioid use disorders shouldn’t be overlooked during this pandemic. Patients with substance use disorders face multiple challenges aside from being able to gain access to the medications that are necessary for their treatment. These challenges include poverty, lack of access to affordable housing, and symptoms from other chronic health conditions.
Addicted Michigan: Surge in alcohol sales sparks concern among addiction experts
Data from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission reveals alcohol sales increased by 55% during the last week of March 2020 compared to the same week in March 2019. West Michigan addiction experts said the numbers are concerning. Tiffany Lee, director of Western Michigan University’s alcohol an…