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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
