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Drug-Related Death, Illness Statistics Grim in Mercer, McDowell

Drug-related death, illness statistics grim in Mercer, McDowell
PRINCETON — Southern West Virginia’s persistent drug-abuse problem is now evident in state statistics: Both Mercer County and neighboring McDowell County have some of the highest rates for drug overdoses and drug-related health problems. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

 

REGION: State police among law enforcement agencies doing National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
WASHTENAW COUNTY — Michigan State Police, among other local law enforcement agencies, is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 26. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

 

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is April 26 – Guardian Liberty Voice

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is April 26 – Guardian Liberty Voice


Guardian Liberty Voice

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is April 26
Guardian Liberty Voice
It is no secret that there are millions of alcohol and cigarette abusers throughout the U.S. What comes as a true surprise is that there is more prescription drug abuse every year than abuse of heroin, hallucinogens, cocaine and inhalants combined
GCSO to collect unwanted prescription drugsWMBF
Missouri City expands prescription drug box programChron.com
REGION: State police among law enforcement agencies doing National Heritage Newspapers
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Prescription Drug Abuse – Google News

 

YOVASO Club at JRHS prescription drug abuse prevention campaign and drug … – Roanoke Times

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is April 26 – Guardian Liberty Voice

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is April 26 – Guardian Liberty Voice


Guardian Liberty Voice

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is April 26
Guardian Liberty Voice
It is no secret that there are millions of alcohol and cigarette abusers throughout the U.S. What comes as a true surprise is that there is more prescription drug abuse every year than abuse of heroin, hallucinogens, cocaine and inhalants combined
GCSO to collect unwanted prescription drugsWMBF
Missouri City expands prescription drug box programChron.com
REGION: State police among law enforcement agencies doing National Heritage Newspapers
Elko Daily Free Press –The Elkhart Truth
all 100 news articles »

Prescription Drug Abuse – Google News

 

YOVASO Club at JRHS prescription drug abuse prevention campaign and drug … – Roanoke Times

YOVASO Club at JRHS prescription drug abuse prevention campaign and drug
Roanoke Times
The JRHS YOVASO club (Youth of Virginia Speak Out), in partnership with RAYSAC (Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Coalition) is engaging in a prescription drug abuse awareness campaign. Now through Saturday April 26th, you can stop by …

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REGION: State Police Among Law Enforcement Agencies Doing National

REGION: State police among law enforcement agencies doing National
Prescription medications that languish in home medicine cabinets are susceptible to misuse and abuse, according to Michigan State Police. Prescription drug abuse rates are alarmingly high in the U.S., according to police, as well as the number of …
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Dozens trained to use heroin overdose antidote
"Given the recent increase in opiate deaths, this is incredible training that needs to be presented across the board," said Patrice Wallace-Moore, CEO and vice president of substance abuse services for Arms Acres. "We're trying to save lives. That's …
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Hospital setting triggers worker drug abuse, theft
The high-stress environment of healthcare work not only lends itself to a higher rate of alcohol and drug abuse, it makes it difficult for workers struggling with drug abuse to seek help. "The medical community thinks it's immune from this disease, but …
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YOVASO Club at JRHS Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Campaign and Drug … – Roanoke Times

YOVASO Club at JRHS prescription drug abuse prevention campaign and drug … – Roanoke Times

YOVASO Club at JRHS prescription drug abuse prevention campaign and drug
Roanoke Times
The JRHS YOVASO club (Youth of Virginia Speak Out), in partnership with RAYSAC (Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Coalition) is engaging in a prescription drug abuse awareness campaign. Now through Saturday April 26th, you can stop by …

and more »

Prescription Drug Abuse – Google News

 

Missoula events spotlight prescription drug abuse among youth – The Missoulian


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Missoula events spotlight prescription drug abuse among youth
The Missoulian
MUSAP, the Missoula Forum for Children and Youth and other sponsors are behind several events this week as part of prescription drug misuse awareness week. A Prescription for Prevention summit will be held Wednesday, with 140 people registered to …
Pharmacists are often on the front line against prescription drug abuseRavalli Republic
Prescription Drug Misuse Awareness Week kicks off in MissoulaNBC Montana

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REGION: State Police Among Law Enforcement Agencies Doing National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

REGION: State police among law enforcement agencies doing National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
WASHTENAW COUNTY — Michigan State Police, among other local law enforcement agencies, is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 26. Prescription Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

 

Work Comp Leader to Deliver Industry Insight on Prescription Drug Abuse at National Rx Drug Abuse Summit
The merged entity of Progressive Medical and PMSI, a workers’ compensation specialty services company, will share insight on the issue of prescription drug abuse in the workers’ compensation system at the National Rx Drug Abuse Summit, April 22-24, 2014, in Atlanta. (PRWeb April 18, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11776529.htm Prescription Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results