Benzodiazepine Information Coalition

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Week Community Networking Event at Eastern Virginia Medical School

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:20:26 +0000

Education today can help prevent suffering tomorrow. On August 26, BIC Medical Board member Dr. Michael Bohan represented the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition at the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Week Community Networking Event at Eastern Virginia...

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3rd Annual Smithfield, Virginia Rotary Mental Health Expo

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:19:28 +0000

On May 27, 2026, the Smithfield, Virginia Rotary hosted its 3rd Annual Mental Health Awareness Expo. The Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) was proud to participate once again. Dr. Michael Bohan, a member of BIC’s Medical...

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My Benzodiazepine Experience and Recovery Framework

Matthew White, PharmD, MHA, CPEL, LSSBB — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:26:48 +0000

For over 20 years, I took lorazepam daily—typically 3 mg—for anxiety. Over time, it became a part of my routine, and like many long-term users, I didn’t initially anticipate the physical and emotional dependency that...

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Benzodiazepine Information Coalition Celebrates 9 Years

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 03:52:37 +0000

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...

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Presentation for Healthy Lincoln County’s Substance Use Prevention Partnership

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:31:48 +0000

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...

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ACTION NEEDED: Public Comments on Draft Deprescribing Guidelines for Older People

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Mon, 19 May 2025 17:59:40 +0000

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...

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BIC on “When They Couldn’t Get Benzos Anymore, Quitting Was Torture”

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Wed, 14 May 2025 15:18:18 +0000

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...

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2nd Annual Smithfield, Virginia Rotary Mental Health Expo

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Fri, 02 May 2025 11:41:18 +0000

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...

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Remembering Aurelio Costarella

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 15:01:52 +0000

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...

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Call to Action: Tell Your Story in the Media

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:39:06 +0000

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...

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