Drug Abuse

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Canadian mayor admits drug use, stays in office
Toronto's mayor, Rob Ford, is facing harsh criticism from lawmakers who are pushing him to resign or enter drug rehab. This is the result of a viral video of Ford admitting he has smoked cocaine, drinks heavily on occasion and purchased illegal drugs …
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Stories of opioid addiction and recovery
Debbie Bang, the manager of St. Joseph's Healthcare Womankind addiction service says trauma is the root cause of addiction. “And until we can change that piece, there is going to be a demand," she said. "And as long as there is going to be a demand …
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