Indictment: Lufkin Couple Used Fraud to Get Pills

Indictment: Lufkin couple used fraud to get pills

Filed under: Drug Abuse Texas

Mallory said dealing with prescription drug abuse is a constant battle here in East Texas. "Prescripton drugs, of course, is a big problem in our area; it is the third most abused drugs that we see here at our agency," Mallory said. A jury found …
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Drug testing and welfare: New bill gets it right

Filed under: Drug Abuse Texas

Jane Nelson of Flower Mound, Texas has received the most attention from critics and supporters alike. If passed, the bill would require potential welfare recipients to take a drug test in order to obtain government assistance. Passing would ensure the …
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University of Texas Requires Drug Testing for Nursing Students

Filed under: Drug Abuse Texas

Depending on individual circumstances, students may be able to wait to take a second screening or may have to show proof of treatment for substance abuse before screening again. The new policy complies with the Health Industry Steering Committee's …
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