Addiction relapse is common. Studies suggest that approximately half of all individuals who try to get sober return to heavy use, with 70 to 90 percent experiencing at least one mild to moderate slip.

Since the pandemic in the early 2020s, people have been dealing with collective stressors. This has included social isolation ...

Breast cancer survivors must remain vigilant for recurrence signs, which can manifest locally, regionally, or distantly. New lumps, skin changes, nipple issues, and swollen lymph nodes are key ...

Clinicians at Desert Hope note that relapse often begins mentally before any physical return to substance use occurs. Recognizing the warning signs early and reaching out for help can be critical for ...

A new blood test could prove to be a lifeline for people with advanced melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. By spotting tumour DNA in the bloodstream, the test can give early warning of a ...

This content was paid for by an advertiser. It was produced by our commercial team and did not involve HuffPost editorial staff. Addiction is often viewed as a moral issue. For example, it only takes ...

Relapsing MS is the most common form of multiple sclerosis. About 85% of people with MS at least start out with a relapsing form. A relapse is a problem that comes on fairly rapidly, not abruptly, not ...