A Colorado county recently sued the nation’s pharmaceutical companies and distributors, blaming them for the states’ growing drug crisis. Huerfano County filed the suit claiming the companies are responsible for the ongoing Colorado opioid epidemic. Located in the southern part of the state, the county’s lawsuit is the first of its kind filed by local government. According to a recent article published in The Denver Post, the lawsuit claims that residents in Huerfano County were falsely induced to take highly addictive opioids for pain management purposes. Additionally, the lawsuit claims the Colorado opioid epidemic was caused by drug manufacturers engaging in fraudulent and deceptive marketing as well as distributors who brought large amounts of opioids into the marketplace. Major Steps in Fighting Opioid Addiction in Colorado While the county’s lawsuit is a first in the state of Colorado, Huerfano County has joined a nationwide legal movement aiming to stop the opioid epidemic. In January, Philadelphia and the state of Delaware filed similar lawsuits. In New York City, mayor Bill de Blasio recently announced that the city is suing drug companies to hold them responsible for the ongoing drug crisis. Additionally, the city of Chicago filed a case again pharmaceutical companies in 2014 and remains active. The claim filed on behalf of Huerfano County was filed lawyers Stephen Ochs and Patrick Mika, along with San Francisco-based attorneys Steven Skikos and Mark Crawford. The county’s lawsuit seeks class-action status against pharmaceutical companies and distributors they feel who are responsible for Colorado’s opioid crisis. The companies mentioned in the lawsuit including McKesson Corp., Johnson & Johnson, Purdue Pharma, Janssen Pharmaceuticals Inc., Teva Pharmaceuticals...
In early recovery, your body is adjusting without drugs and alcohol. Of all the changes your body experiences in recovery, insomnia is one of the most common. Whether its due to cravings, withdrawals or anxiety, insomnia causes lack of sleep. Being tired is a key trigger for relapse, so it is important to get a good night’s rest. The following article lists seven effective ways to beat insomnia in your sobriety. Prepare for Sleep Throughout Your Day A good night’s sleep isn’t something you prepare for before bedtime. There are several things that you can do throughout the day to ensure a great night’s rest. First, avoid drinking coffee and other caffeinated beverages by mid-afternoon. Secondly, avoid daytime naps—this will throw off your internal clock. Additionally, be sure you get at least 30 minutes of exercise per day. It is also helpful to eat a well-balanced meal containing magnesium, B-vitamins, and complex carbohydrates. Create a Sleep Schedule Another effective way to beat insomnia in recovery is to create a sleep schedule. Decide on a time to go to sleep every night as well as a time to wake up each morning. When creating your schedule, pick a time that works best FOR YOU. There are no “right” or “wrong” times when creating a sleep schedule. If you find yourself awake for 20 minutes or so after your scheduled time, you will have to adjust accordingly. If you find yourself awake, read a book or find something relaxing to do until you fall asleep. Create A Sleep-Friendly Space To beat insomnia in sobriety, you also need to consider your sleep space....
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