Articles by NW Recovery Centers Editorial Team

News
U.S. Overdose Deaths Fall to Lowest Level Since 2019, But Western States Face Deadly Surge
CDC data shows overdose deaths dropped to under 70,000 in 2025 — the lowest since 2019. Alabama, New York, and Virginia see 25-30% declines, while Arizona and New Mexico experience alarming spikes.
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Michigan Launches First-in-Nation Opioid Settlement Tracker as Battle Creek Opens Recovery Housing
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel unveils a groundbreaking transparency dashboard for opioid settlement funds, while Battle Creek celebrates the grand opening of transitional housing partially funded by settlement dollars.
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HHS Adds 10 States to CCBHC Medicaid Program, Expanding Access to Addiction Treatment
Alaska, Colorado, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, Washington, and West Virginia join the CCBHC Medicaid Demonstration Program, bringing comprehensive mental health and addiction services to millions.
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California Invests $19.8 Million to Expand Residential Addiction Treatment in Los Angeles County
State grant awarded to Christ-Centered Ministries will add 50 new residential treatment beds through Project RESTORE, addressing critical capacity gaps in LA County.
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Maryland Launches Public Dashboard to Track $747 Million in Opioid Settlement Funds
Maryland's new interactive dashboard lets residents track how opioid settlement dollars are being received, distributed, and spent across the state.
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Washington State Launches Mobile Opioid Treatment Unit in Rural Kittitas County
Comprehensive Healthcare brings life-saving methadone and buprenorphine services to Ellensburg via new mobile unit, addressing a decade of rising overdose deaths in the region.
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Guides
What to Bring to Rehab: A Practical Packing Guide for Patients and Families
A comprehensive packing checklist for residential addiction treatment — what to bring, what to leave home, and how to prepare for your stay.
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News
New York Overdose Deaths Drop 45% Since 2022, Saving More Than 5,000 Lives
CDC data shows New York State overdose deaths fell for the third consecutive year, with opioid-related fatalities down nearly 52% since 2022.
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Washington Lawmakers Propose Federal Funding to Sustain Local Drug Task Forces
Bipartisan bill would establish dedicated funding stream for multi-jurisdictional drug task forces combating opioid trafficking across Washington state.
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