health care

CMS Declares War on Prescription Drug Abuse in Medicare, Focus on Opioid, Acetaminophen Users

CMS Declares War on Prescription Drug Abuse in Medicare, Focus on Opioid, Acetaminophen Users
Jan. 9, 2014 – Prescription drug abuse, even in the Medicare Part D drug program, is a nationwide epidemic, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which has committed to take the problem seriously… Continue reading

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse
“The Centers for Disease Control and most national experts agree there’s an epidemic of drug overdose deaths in America,” Dr. Harry L … especially problems with the rollout of its health care exchange. “We do have to tackle addiction …… Continue reading

Is There a Way to Kick a Marijuana Addiction Without the Resulting Depression, Mood Swings, and Other Miseries?

Question by Eric R: Is there a way to kick a marijuana addiction without the resulting depression, mood swings, and other miseries?
I know experts say that there is no such thing as a marijuana addiction, and that is JUST charming, but back in the real world, I need answers.… Continue reading

Pet Connection: Companions Hungry? Play It Safe

Pet Connection: Companions hungry? Play it safe
Nothing is certain in life except death and taxes and, increasingly, pet food and treat recalls. There were 33 in … And between 2008 and 2012, the Food and Drug Administration received more than 2,500 complaints from consumers regarding pet food and …… Continue reading

Obama's Tarnished Health Care Law at a Crossroads

Obama's tarnished health care law at a crossroads
The changes bring big improvements for some, including Howard Kraft of Lincolnton, N.C. A painful spinal problem left him unable to work as a hotel bellman. But he's got coverage … It would be particularly disruptive for people in the midst of… Continue reading

Indian Trail Councilman Tenders Resignation – in Klingon – Charlotte Observer

Indian Trail councilman tenders resignation – in Klingon – Charlotte Observer


Charlotte Observer
Indian Trail councilman tenders resignation – in Klingon
Charlotte Observer
“It's an embarrassment for Indian Trail, and it's an embarrassment for North Carolina,” he said. Waddell said he is resigning as of Jan. 31. He is… Continue reading