Harm reduction saves lives. That's not an opinion. It's what the research shows, what clinicians know, and what organizations like DanceSafe have been proving for nearly three decades. That's why …
The Dangers of Alcohol Withdrawal: What You Need to Know
Most people know that quitting heroin is brutal. Quitting alcohol? People assume it's hard but manageable. A few rough days, some sweating, maybe a headache. You push through and come out the other …
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Can You Get Addicted to Weed? (Myth vs. Fact)
Marijuana is legal in most of the country now. And with that, a lot of people have gotten pretty confident about what it does and doesn't do to your body. The Myth: Marijuana isn't …
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What Are “Research Chemicals”?
The phrase “research chemical” can sound distant and clinical. It brings to mind laboratories and careful experiments. But in everyday life, that term has taken on a very different meaning. What …
Welcome Cleo Chalk to VCS!
Start Date: October 20th We’re excited to welcome Cleo Chalk, LPC, to Virginia Counseling Services! Cleo brings a genuine and collaborative approach, helping clients feel supported and …
Can Bananas Really Kill You With Radiation? (Myth vs Fact)
You've probably heard the odd claim that bananas are radioactive — and that eating too many could kill you. But how worried should you be? The Myth: Bananas contain potassium-40, a radioactive …
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