New Painkiller Rekindles Addiction Concerns
New Painkiller Rekindles Addiction Concerns
Among the most vocal opponents of Zohydro are parents who have lost children to drug abuse and addiction. But millions of others live with chronic pain caused by arthritis accidents and other issues. “The right answer would be medication that takes …
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Rise in number of young addicts seeking treatment as drug arrests of the young …
A proliferation of drugs has led to rising numbers of Suffolk drug addicts seeking treatment at a younger age, according to a leading counsellor. Chip Somers said … “It's essential that we raise awareness of the harm that these substances can cause …
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Even casual use of cannabis alters brain, warn scientists
“People think a little recreational use shouldn't cause a problem, if someone is doing OK with work or school. Our data directly says this is not the case. “I've developed a severe worry about whether we should be … The changes are thought to be the …
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