Drug Abuse

Prescription Drug Abuse: Rx for Danger: Number of Florida babies born addicted to drugs skyrockets – Orlando Sentinel

Rx for Danger: Number of Florida babies born addicted to drugs skyrockets Orlando Sentinel But we still have to, at the very minimum, educate these women and have their [doctors] talk to them about the effects of prescription–drug use when you're pregnant," Bondi said. "It has to be a comprehensive plan." and more »

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Prescription Drug Abuse: Prescription Pill Overuse by Military Drawing More Attention – Patch.com

Prescription Pill Overuse by Military Drawing More Attention Patch.com Camp Pendleton Patch spoke with President Obama's drug czar, Gil Kerlikowske, about efforts to address prescription drug abuse among service members and veterans in this country. By Jared Morgan Gil Kerlikowske, director of National Drug Control Policy … and more »

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Prescription Drug Abuse: Fla. parents charged after toddler takes pills – MiamiHerald.com

Fla. parents charged after toddler takes pills MiamiHerald.com Authorities have charged a central Florida couple with child abuse and neglect after their toddler was hospitalized for ingesting prescription drug pills. The 2-year-old boy is recovering after initially being in critical condition. … and more »

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Prescription Drug Abuse: Prescription Drugs Claiming Lives in US Military

It’s a growing trend that you may not have heard much about — members of the United States military going to any lengths necessary to get their next dose of prescription meds. This new info coming out as we’re learning that overdoses on prescribed drugs have now surpassed those of illegal substances. John Roberts reported on the hot topic from the state that has the unfortunate designation of being number one for prescription drug abuse – Kentucky. Hear his shocking update.

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