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Drug Expert: Heroin Abuse Byproduct of Prescription Drug Crackdown – Oneida Dispatch
Drug expert: Heroin abuse byproduct of prescription drug crackdown – Oneida Dispatch
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Drug expert: Heroin abuse byproduct of prescription drug crackdown
Oneida Dispatch ALBANY >> New York's growing heroin problem is being fueled by the state's crackdown on abuse of prescription pain medication, drug abuse experts said Tuesday, calling on legislators to provide $ 15 million for treatment programs. One of experts who … Lawmakers push for drug abuse treatment, recovery funding Activists, Lawmakers Call For $ 15M To Curb Opioid Abuse |
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Friends a common source of abused prescription drugs – The Express-Times
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Friends a common source of abused prescription drugs
The Express-Times Most people who abuse addictive prescription painkillers get them for free from friends or relatives, while drug dealers are a relatively uncommon source for those at highest risk for deadly overdoses, a government study found. People who abuse the … |
Talking With Teens About Prescription Drug Misuse & Abuse
Talking With Teens About Prescription Drug Misuse & Abuse – This video helps parents better understand how to discuss prescription drug overdose with their teens.
Drug Rehab Hallandale Beach Introduces New Helpline for Substance Abusers
Using the information on website and guidance from the substance abuse experts, people and teenagers will be better suited to make informed decisions when it comes to living a sober life. Hallandale Beach, FL (PRWEB) November 27, 2013. The new Drug …
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KY AG Warns Teens About Rx Drug Abuse Dangers
KY AG warns teens about Rx drug abuse dangers
ST. MATTHEWS, KY (WAVE) – Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway is making a push to warn parents about the dangers of prescription drug abuse by teens. Conway helped kick off this year's Keep Kentucky Kids Safe program during an event Monday at … Read more on WAVE
Boston-area campuses warn students about dangers of Molly in wake of recent …
Molly, an illegal stimulant which is said to be a purer form of ecstasy or MDMA, has become increasingly popular around college campuses because the drug can deliver a quick, long-lasting high at a relatively low cost, according to substance abuse experts. Read more on Boston.com
NNPC Sensitises Youths on Dangers of Drug Abuse
The Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), on Friday commenced a two-day training for 1,300 youths on the dangers of drug abuse in Kaduna State. The training, with the theme “Healthy Youths, Healthy Nation” drew participants from all the the 23 … Read more on Daily Times Nigeria
NH Teens and Young Adults Have a Drinking Problem, Statistics Show
NH teens and young adults have a drinking problem, statistics show
“The vast majority of those who develop alcoholism and drug addiction began drinking and using drugs in their teens, and the young adult years are often where the problems either diminish or get worse,” he said. Rourke said substance abuse experts in … Read more on Nashua Telegraph
Health agency laments 'alarming' substance abuse among US teens
In a new report, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) found that about 882,000 young people between ages 12 and 17 smoke cigarettes on the average day, along with 458,000 and 645,000 that use alcohol and … Read more on The Hill (blog)
Hispanic teens more likely to use drugs, study says
“Parental permissiveness is another factor we document as being linked to teen substance abuse. Hispanic parents appear to have some misconceptions regarding prescription drug misuse and abuse,” Clarkin said. “Both of these factors could have an … Read more on kdvr.com
What Are the Long Term Effects of Being Born Addicted to Drugs?
Question by Anty: What are the long term effects of being born addicted to drugs?
The immediate effects on an infant are the withdrawal symptoms and failure to thrive and bond with the caregiver. Are there any long term effects? As in, during the toddler or teenage years. Are any effects seen when they’re older?
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CNN Gupta defends medical marijuana but drug abuse debate continues
Although CNN chief medical correspondent and physician Sanjay Gupta has changed his strong opposition of medical marijuana, drug abuse experts feel that the debate needs to continue, reported USA Today on August 11. The ongoing controversy … Read more on Examiner.com
Program Launched to Track Drug Abuse in Georgia – MiamiHerald.com
Program launched to track drug abuse in Georgia – MiamiHerald.com
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Program launched to track drug abuse in Georgia
MiamiHerald.com AUGUSTA, Ga. — The director of the Georgia Drugs and Narcotics Agency says a new database is expected to help doctors and law enforcement keep tabs on prescription drug abuse. The Prescription Drug Monitoring Program has been available to … Georgia now tracking drugs to address abuse |
CNN Gupta defends medical marijuana but drug abuse debate continues – Examiner.com
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CNN Gupta defends medical marijuana but drug abuse debate continues
Examiner.com Although CNN chief medical correspondent and physician Sanjay Gupta has changed his strong opposition of medical marijuana, drug abuse experts feel that the debate needs to continue, reported USA Today on August 11. The ongoing controversy … Sanjay Gupta changes mind on weed but debate continues CNN's Sanjay Gupta Talks 'Weed' and His Evolving View of Medical Marijuana Medicinal Cannabis in an Era of Change |