Vista Community Clinic raises awareness for Alcohol Awareness Month

Beer at an event File Photo by Chris Stone Times of San Diego Vista Region Clinic is shining a spotlight on the serious risks of alcohol misuse this Alcohol Awareness Month urging the locality to prioritize prevention schooling and backing for those in need Alcohol misuse is a serious citizens wellbeing issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism over million people aged and older had Alcohol Use Disorder in At VCC behavioral vitality professionals and curative providers can address this issue through accessible integrated care making help accessible every day of the year As a locality vitality center we see firsthand how alcohol misuse can impact individuals and families announced Dr Mitesh Patel director of Behavioral Medical Services at VCC In raising awareness we want to also remind our patients and area members that they re not alone Help is available and recovery is feasible VCC s substance use effort is its Medication Assisted Rehabilitation MAT services offers induction and injection options for medications that treat alcohol and opioid addiction These services offer patients a safe effective path to recovery supported by a dedicated band of healthcare and behavioral robustness professionals MAT s Initiative Manager Charlene Heiser says that those interested in the campaign can reach out to a Specialty Coordinator directly at - - x VCC also offers a range services to sponsorship patients seeking help Services are available to individuals of all ages regardless of insurance or income status Contact VCC s main line with a text or phone call to - - or visit www vcc org