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Drug Abuse: Drug abuse – Times News
We hear a lot about people – often teens – overdosing on illegal drugs such as heroin and cocaine. A problem that’s just as serious is the abuse of prescription drugs. Last week, a hearing was held in Harrisburg regarding a bill co-sponsored by State …
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Drug Abuse: Fighting Ohio’s prescription drug abuse epidemic – Circleville Herald
It is sometimes hard to think of prescription drug abuse as a problem in our own backyards. Horror stories of addicts and overdoses may seem far removed from our daily lives, but for many Ohioans, these nightmares have become a reality. An opiate epidemic …
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Drug Abuse: Rome treatment center tries to curb prescription drug abuse – Rome News Tribune

Rome treatment center tries to curb prescription drug abuse Rome News Tribune by Doug Walker, Associate Editor Sharon Baker discusses prescription drug abuse treatment with a group of community leaders. (Doug Walker, RN-T) Prescription drug abuse is rampant across the nation today. The new generation of drug abusers are not … and more »

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Drug Abuse: Energy drinks associated with substance abuse among musicians – TruthDive

Energy drinks associated with substance abuse among musicians TruthDive University at Buffalo research scientists Kathleen E. Miller and Brian M. Quigley examined substance use by 226 Western New York professional and amateur musicians aged 18-45. In the sample, 94 percent were caffeine users and 57 percent reported use of … and more »

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Prescription Drug Abuse: Evening report: Prescription drug abuse increasing – Herald and News

Evening report: Prescription drug abuse increasing Herald and News The Herald and News takes a look at the growing problem of prescription drug abuse in tomorrow's newspaper. Plus, lawmakers prepare for what could be the last week of the 2011 Oregon Legislative Session, and logging enthusiasts meet for the Collier … and more »

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Prescription Drug Abuse: Feds add Mercer, Putnam counties to drug trafficking area, designation means … – Greenfield Daily Reporter

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Read more... Feds add Mercer, Putnam counties to drug trafficking area, designation means … Greenfield Daily Reporter Police in Mercer and Putnam counties are getting federal help in their efforts to reduce prescription drug abuse and drug trafficking. Rep. Nick Rahall and Sen. Jay Rockefeller announced Monday that the two counties will be added to the Appalachia High … MORNING UPDATE: Mercer added to Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking AreaBluefield Daily Telegraph Mercer County Gets National Help Fighting DrugsWVNS all 40 news articles »

Drug Addiction: Brain abnormality link to addiction – MSN UK News
Scientists have discovered brain abnormalities which could help explain why some people are more prone to drug addiction. The findings suggest that the make-up of certain people’s brains could mean they have a predisposition to substance abuse. Researchers …
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Drug Addiction: Doc probes brain to understand addiction – Boston Herald
To Krantz, this disturbing image is proof that “addiction is a brain disease,” a controversial theory that she is championing. “Some people can’t stop using drugs, because they don’t have impulse control,” she explained over the weekend at the …
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Drug Addiction: Galliano to blame addiction for alleged tirade in Paris cafe, lawyer says – PerthNow
FASHION designer John Galliano is expected to blame a drug and alcohol addiction as the cause of his alleged anti-Semitic tirade in a Paris cafe in February when he returns to court Wednesday. Galliano, 50, was fired by French fashion house Dior after the …
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Drug Addiction: MY APOLOGY TO DRUG ADDICTS – American Reporter
NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2009 — Full disclosure requires the author to reveal he is currently whacked out on drugs. While longtime friends might wonder how this differs from my usual whacked out state, this time the behavior is really special. It will cause me …
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Causes of Drug Abuse: Is cocaine silently killing its users? – CBS News
In addition to cardiovascular problems, cocaine can cause ulcers and kidney failure, according to WebMD . The National Institute on Drug Abuse has more on cocaine abuse
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Causes of Drug Abuse: Walker lends his voice to inspire others – Stuff
Australian Idol winner Stan Walker is coming to the Shore for a cause close to his heart – fighting drug and alcohol abuse. The New Zealand born star will perform the Solutions charity concert at City Impact Church in Browns Bay on July 23. All proceeds …
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Causes Of Drug Abuse: Missoula opens state’s 1st program to help veterans with legal problems
Wars take lives and limbs, but they also steal the senses of peace, purpose and meaning for those who fight them.
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Drug Abuse Statistics: Drug scourge traps children – Gulf News
There are no hard and fast statistics available about drug abuse in the UAE, but NRC experts say the economic cost of drug use and drug dependence can amount to two per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP) — funds from Abu Dhabi alone can save 66 …
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Drug Abuse Statistics: Boomers may be doing harm by drinking too much to their health
As baby boomers approach their golden years, they are embracing wellness and wine — two things that don’t always go together.
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Drug Abuse Statistics: A common cancer
THE liver is the second largest organ in the body, and performs a variety of functions that are vital to life. These include the filtering and processing of blood; bile production; producing proteins, glucose and cholesterol; storing fat-soluble vitamins, glycogen and iron; metabolising drugs, glucose and haemoglobin; and even a role in immunity.
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