Overdose Deaths From Prescription Drug Abuse Skyrocketing in Southwestern … – Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Overdose deaths from prescription drug abuse skyrocketing in southwestern … – Pittsburgh Post Gazette
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Overdose deaths from prescription drug abuse skyrocketing in southwestern … Pittsburgh Post Gazette Prescription drug abuse is an epidemic in Pennsylvania, and legislators and law enforcement officials are scrambling to address the rapidly growing problem. “I… Continue reading |
ATMs in or Near Pot Shops Called "Disaster Waiting to Happen"
ATMs in or near pot shops called "disaster waiting to happen"
"That's not only a disaster waiting to happen; it's a disaster that will happen," said Jeff Sweetin, a retired former agent in charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration in Colorado. "It's almost an ideal way for the criminal… Continue reading
NIDA Releases Guide on Treating Teen Substance Abuse and Online Education for Healthcare Providers
NIDA releases guide on treating teen substance abuse and online education for healthcare providers
Resources to help parents, health care providers, and substance abuse treatment specialists treat teens struggling with drug abuse, as well as identify and interact with those who might be at risk, were released today by the… Continue reading
Smart Public Policies Can Reduce Drug Abuse Deaths — David L. Nordstrom
Smart public policies can reduce drug abuse deaths — David L. Nordstrom
Fortunately, effective approaches to the drug poisoning epidemic have been identified by the State Council on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse report, “Reducing Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Abuse: A Call to Action.” Among other strategies, we should build … Read… Continue reading
WNC Communities Tackle Prescription Drug Problem
WNC communities tackle prescription drug problem
Western North Carolina communities are battling prescription drug abuse. / Photo Disc ASHEVILLE — Polk County is the latest Western North Carolina community to launch an initiative aimed at curbing prescription drug abuse and deaths from overdose, a problem that has hit rural areas… Continue reading
Minister Ambrose Co-Hosts Symposium on Prescription Drug Abuse
Minister Ambrose Co-Hosts Symposium on Prescription Drug Abuse
Health Canada drug abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
With one of the highest substance abuse rates in the country, NH grant focuses on prevention efforts with youth
For a state grappling with statistically high alcohol and drug use, a $ 2.25… Continue reading