prescription drug abuse

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse
Chen, Vermont’s health commissioner, said in an interview. He said the rate of overdose deaths across the country had tripled since 1990. “Nationwide, more people die of drug overdoses than from motor vehicle crashes,” he said. Dr. Chen … drug… Continue reading

Study Shows Link Between Drug Abuse and Violence – the Michigan Daily

Study shows link between drug abuse and violence – The Michigan Daily

Study shows link between drug abuse and violence
The Michigan Daily
Alcohol and illegal drug abuse have long been connected to violence in romantic and non-romantic relationships. New research from the University's Injury Center adds prescription drug abuse… Continue reading

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse
Chen, Vermont’s health commissioner, said in an interview. He said the rate of overdose deaths across the country had tripled since 1990. “Nationwide, more people die of drug overdoses than from motor vehicle crashes,” he said. Dr. Chen … drug… Continue reading

Sheriff's Office Receives Grant for Residential Substance Abuse Treatment, 100

Sheriff's Office Receives Grant for Residential Substance Abuse Treatment, 100
Probation Officers will provide encouragement and support for participants to remain drug, alcohol, and crime free. Participants will be required to attend aftercare services, such as 12 Step meetings and out-patient treatment. Probation Officers … Read more on… Continue reading

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

Prescription Drug Abuse Hotline (855) YES-REHAB

Prescription Drug Abuse Hotline (855) YES-REHAB
Overcoming drug addiction and co-occurring disorders can seem like an unobtainable dream, and most people feel burdened and doomed. However, there is help fo…


 

Kansas Star Casino building convention center in next phase; awaits property
In the fiscal year that ended June… Continue reading