Fireweed Health Care

Just north of the Helen Louis McDowell Sanctuary in Anchorage, Alaska, you’ll find Fireweed Health Care (FHC). This unique, private healthcare clinic focuses on helping their clients overcome opioid addictions and build toward healthier lives. 

The care here revolves around medication assisted treatment (MAT) but includes several key services that can make recovery smoother and more comfortable.

Multiple Medications

At FHC, they offer several different medications as part of their MAT programs. The first is Suboxone, which helps reduce cravings and can mitigate opioid withdrawal symptoms. The next option is a similar medication in an injectable form that only needs to be administered once a month. 

Lastly, they also offer Vivitrol, which can help prevent relapse and is also a powerful tool used to treat alcohol addiction. By offering a variety of medications, they can give you the option that fits your circumstances. 

For example, if you have to travel a long distance to buy or receive medication, then the injectable medications might fit your schedule far better.

Caring For Your Physical Health

What’s unique about FHC is that they offer guidance and education to help you improve your physical health, which can support recovery. They also provide specific help to individuals living with chronic pain, as this is often a factor that leads to opioid use.