Detoxing from substances can be done online under the supervision of professionals instead of going to an inpatient facility. Many people prefer this option because it allows them to stay at home ...

ShoqweL Ya’ LhaoLh-ew’xw — the 16-bed Secure Withdrawal Management and Stabilization (SWMS) Center — will accept voluntary ...

New Year’s resolutions often revolve around self-improvement, and for many, that means cutting back on alcohol or completely detoxing. While detoxing can seem daunting, there’s a growing interest in ...

North County now has more beds for people to detox from drugs and alcohol. A 32-bed program opened this month in Escondido. As KPBS North County reporter Alexander Nguyen shows us it’s much needed in ...

Ativan (lorazepam) is a brand-name drug that your doctor may prescribe off-label for alcohol withdrawal. The drug isn’t approved for this use, but it has been shown to be helpful in treating alcohol ...