This month marks the 9th anniversary of the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC). For nearly a decade, we’ve remained committed to our mission of educating about the potential adverse effects of benzodiazepines taken as prescribed. As…| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
This month marks the 9th anniversary of the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC). For nearly a decade, we’ve remained committed to our mission of educating about the potential adverse effects of benzodiazepines taken as prescribed. As...| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
We’re grateful to Healthy Lincoln County’s Substance Use Prevention Partnership for the opportunity to participate in their recent educational initiative. Nicole Lamberson, PA, Medical Director of the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition, delivered a presentation on the... The post Presentation for Healthy Lincoln County’s Substance Use Prevention Partnership appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Now is the time to speak up. This is a worldwide call to action! These draft guidelines, if left uncorrected, will harm the very people they are intended to help. Your feedback can make a... The post ACTION NEEDED: Public Comments on Draft Deprescribing Guidelines for Older People appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
In late March, we put out a call to action for U.S. patients who had suddenly lost access to their prescribed benzodiazepines, making safe tapering impossible. Today, we’re grateful to share that The New York Times has... The post BIC on “When They Couldn’t Get Benzos Anymore, Quitting Was Torture” appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
On April 30, 2025, the Smithfield Virginia Rotary hosted its 2nd Annual Mental Health Awareness Expo, and Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) was proud to once again be part of this event. Dr. Michael Bohan, a... The post 2nd Annual Smithfield, Virginia Rotary Mental Health Expo appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Today, we received the unfortunate news that we must say goodbye to Aurelio Costarella. A gifted designer, visionary artist, and committed activist, he was also a generous supporter of our mission and a friend to... The post Remembering Aurelio Costarella appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Benzodiazepine physical dependence is a serious issue, and for many, difficulty accessing a prescription—especially without a safe taper—can be life-altering. Unfortunately, this is becoming more common as providers retire, pass away, change office policies, or... The post Call to Action: Tell Your Story in the Media appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
A major media outlet is seeking to interview U.S. patients who suddenly lost access to their prescribed benzodiazepines, making safe tapering impossible. This could be due to reasons like your doctor retiring, passing away, or... The post Media Interview Opportunity: Patients Who Lost Access to Medication appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Dr. Huff’s story is being told for the first time, as she requested, in the comprehensive Wall Street Journal article, “Generation Xanax: The Dark Side of America’s Wonder Drug,” by Shalini Ramachandran and Betsy McKay. This is... The post Dr. Christy Huff’s Story Is in the Wall Street Journal appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
A year ago today, we received the devastating news that our beloved medical director, Dr. Christy Huff, had passed away. While heartbreaking, it wasn’t unexpected—Christy had been trapped in an intense setback for months. Tragically,... The post In Memory of Dr. Christy Huff: One Year Later appeared first on Benzodiazepine Information Coalition.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
The ASAM Joint Clinical Practice Guideline on Benzodiazepine Tapering is now available. Some of us at BIC, including the late Dr. Christy Huff, served voluntarily on the Patients with Lived Experience (PWLE) panel (see our names on page...| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Nonprofit educating about the potential adverse effects of benzodiazepines taken as prescribed.| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Some patients stopping a benzodiazepine prescription report having stopped in the past mild or no repercussions. This time, however, is different. They now experience a distressing cessation, inconsistent with their...| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Benzodiazepines come in many different dosages and strengths. One might assume there are enough dosages available to safely taper off of the drug but, for many patients, this is not true. Breaking a pill in half, or even quarters, while tapering can result in severe and debilitating withdrawal symptoms,| Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
