ADDICTION

The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines addiction as a disease. And like all diseases, people need treatment to combat it.

The Princess of Wales sends a message telling people with addictions not to be ashamed to get help.

Substance abuse numbers continue to rise in Roanoke, as officials work together to combat addiction.

A Roanoke man is hoping his testimony of turning his life around from homelessness will inspire others struggling in life to never stop fighting for better circumstances. Now, he is giving back to the very organization that rescued him from hitting rock bottom.

Horizon Behavioral Health announced in a press release the opening of a women’s recovery residence in Bedford.

A new report published by the Lynchburg Police Department shows that drug overdoses are increasing in the Hill City.

People gathered at the Vinton War Memorial on Wednesday to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day

International Overdose Awareness Day is Aug. 31, and organizations in Lynchburg are working together to provide help.

The Eastern Appalachian Adult and Teen Challenge outreach office will host its grand opening on Saturday.

Thousands of people are being released from correctional facilities soon, and area organizations are ready to help them start a safe and secure life.

On Thursday, Pinnacle Treatment Centers announced that they will be celebrating the opening of Martinsville Treatment Services with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 12.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration says additction happens gradually, but it always begins with experimentation.

September is National Recovery Month, and organizations in Lynchburg are fighting to change the stigma of getting help.

Amy's Place provides safe housing for women when they leave rehab to help them live independently.

Addiction to opiods including painkillers and heroin claims nearly 29,000 American lives each year. A new treatment for addicts using implants should be available by the end of next month, reports Anna Werner.

CBS News is following Jason Amaral, a 30-year-old heroin addict, as he battles to get free of his addiction. In part three of "In the Shadow of Death: Jason's Journey," DeMarco Morgan shows how deeply addiction can tear apart a family.