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Udall Takes on Prescription Drug Abuse
Udall takes on prescription drug abuse
Udall takes on prescription drug abuse LOS LUNAS >> U.S. Sen. Tom Udall says steps need to be taken in New Mexico and across the country to curb escalating problems stemming from the abuse and trafficking of prescription drugs. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Addex and NIDA enter collaboration to advance ADX71441 & ADX88178 in drug abuse and addiction
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Prescription Drug Abuse On The Rise In San Diego
Prescription drug abuse continues to take a toll in San Diego County. A new report card reveals some alarming trends during the last five years. During that time, deaths from prescription drug overdoses have increased sharply. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
'Project Lazarus' Brings Prescription Drug Abuse Solution Before York Co …
'Project Lazarus' brings prescription drug abuse solution before York Co …
Every day, the Centers for Disease Control says 100 people die from drug overdoses in the United States. Here in York County, that number is nowhere near that high, but is still cause for concern. Prescription drug abuse has, in recent years, caught …
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Early learning, drug abuse top issues at Clallam health summit
PORT ANGELES — Improved access to early childhood learning and parenting skills information as well as addressing substance abuse in Clallam County were the top two priorities at a multi-agency health summit last week. Summit organizers determined …
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Oregon Works to Dull Pain of Prescription Drug Abuse
Oregon works to dull pain of prescription drug abuse
Oregon is No. 1 in the country for nonmedical use of prescription pain relievers, but much further down the list for fatal drug overdoses, according to a new study. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Parkersburg hosts drug seminar
PARKERSBURG – Cutting down on drug abuse in the workplace to allow people to be able to thrive was the focus of a conference held in Parkersburg Wednesday for the community. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
'Epidemic' drug abuse
Stephen McHan said he hates what prescription drug abuse does to people, but he doesn’t know that the way a recent undercover law enforcement operation addressed its widespread existence will do much good. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
'Epidemic' Drug Abuse
'Epidemic' drug abuse
Stephen McHan said he hates what prescription drug abuse does to people, but he doesn’t know that the way a recent undercover law enforcement operation addressed its widespread existence will do much good. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
RAYSAC Radar: Red Ribbon Week approaches; Drug Take-Back event Oct. 26
RAYSAC (Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Coalition) and Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare are excited to sponsor Red Ribbon Week in the Roanoke Valley as a way to demonstrate our commitment to a safe and drug free Roanoke Valley. All schools in our jurisdictions (Roanoke City, Salem City, Botetourt County, Craig County, Roanoke County, and all […] Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Prescription Drug Abuse Now More Deadly Than Heroin, Cocaine Combined
Prescription drug abuse now more deadly than heroin, cocaine combined
A new study shows that deaths from prescription drug overdoses have quadrupled during the past decade, suggesting that a stronger response is needed. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Growing prescription drug abuse is concerning locals
In South Bend, Police Captain Phil Trent says the drug problem is growing among kids.He says the types of drugs are always evolving, but there is a growth in activity with grade school and high school Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Victims Of Prescription Drug Abuse Unveil "Pee In A Cup" Video On Mobile Billboard At Doctors' Disneyland Convention …
Disneyland Not the Happiest Place on Earth For Patients and Their FamiliesANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Families of victims of prescription drug abuse, physician overprescribing, and medical malpractice called for mandatory drug testing of doctors today outside the California Medical Association's convention at the Disneyland Hotel. The nonprofit, nonpartisan Consumer … Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
More States Focusing on Prescription Drug Problem – USA TODAY
More states focusing on prescription drug problem – USA TODAY
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More states focusing on prescription drug problem
USA TODAY BUFFALO — Michael Israel's death of a self-inflicted gunshot wound in 2011 was a tragedy. The Buffalo 20-year-old had become despondent about his addiction to the powerful painkillers prescribed him for his Crohn's disease. "But the ultimate Greek … |
The deadly hold of prescription drug abuse: Opinion – The Star-Ledger – NJ.com (blog)
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The deadly hold of prescription drug abuse: Opinion
The Star-Ledger – NJ.com (blog) By Steve and Elaine Pozycki. Prescription drug abuse is exploding in New Jersey and throughout the nation, leading to too many ruined lives and avoidable deaths. As a State Commission on Investigation report issued last summer documented, the largely … Report Praises NJ's Policies on Prescription Drug Abuse But Cites Shortcomings |