Abuse of prescription medication is currently a major problem in our area. Providers and patients have to work together to prevent this disease from growing. FamilyCare is able to provide treatment to a limited number of patients with Suboxone, a medication used to treat dependence on opiates (pain pills, heroin). Other helpful links can be found below:

• suboxone.com - More information about suboxone can be found at the company's website.

• wvrxabuse.org - Inclusive web site by West Virginia University about prescription drug abuse in our region. Includes quit line to call for help.

• takecarewv.org - Take Care WV - Campaign agaist prescription drug abuse in our community. See public service announcements (PSA's). Tells how to dispose of meds by returning to pharmacies to avoid sharing prescriptions.

• mrscna.org [Narcotics Anonymous] - Our area is considered the "Mountaineer Region". Meeting times and locations can be found. There is also a help-line on this website.

• aacharlestonwv.com - Alcoholics Anonymous

• www.al-anon.alateen.org - Strength and hope for friends and families of problem drinkers.