Prescription Drugs

Prescription Drug Abuse Linked to Heroin Use

Prescription drug abuse linked to heroin use
TAUNTON , MA- According to U.S. representative Joe Kennedy, four out of five heroin users will tell you that their addiction started with prescription drugs. With no questions asked, over 200 pounds of drugs were dropped off at Taunton 's police …
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Shawn Vestal: Spokane County's Drug Court Saves Money, Lives

Shawn Vestal: Spokane County's Drug Court saves money, lives
A 2011 national analysis of the courts, “Painting the Current Picture: A National Report on Drug Courts and other Problem-Solving Court Programs in the United States,” concluded: “The effectiveness of drug courts is not a matter of conjecture. It is …… Continue reading

Change the Story of Addiction to One of Recovery – San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Change the Story of Addiction to One of Recovery – San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse — You can help change the story of addiction to one of recovery – for you or someone you know. For information and/or help with prevention, intervention, treat…


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Can I Find a Decent Drug Rehab in Calhoun, Georgia?

Question by andie: Can I find a decent drug rehab in Calhoun, Georgia?
My friend Eddie has been secretly addicted to heroin for the last fifteen months. About two days ago, he approached me to ask for some help. He said that he wanted to put a stop into all… Continue reading

Pre-Teen Prescription Drug Abuse Rising in Lincoln County

Pre-teen prescription drug abuse rising in Lincoln County
(KMOV.com) – Officials have told News 4 that prescription drug abuse is rising among pre-teens in Lincoln County. Authorities have told News 4 that more people are abusing prescription drugs than heroin, LSD, inhalants, and cocaine combined. According …
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Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Receiv Tribute & Free Medicine Help by Charles Myrick of ACRX

Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Receiv Tribute & Free Medicine Help by Charles Myrick of ACRX — http://www.americanconsultantsrxinc.com .” Enjoy a brief recap of this great organization doing a fantastic service in the community!” -Charles Myrick – Pres…


Outreach worker offers free testing and help to drug users
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What’s the Percentage of Drug Abuse in the U.s.?

Question by Nancy M: what’s the percentage of drug abuse in the u.s.?

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Percentage of what to what? Last year over 10,000 to 20,000 people max. died of taking illegal street drugs. The good news is that the use of illegal drugs in the U.S.… Continue reading

The CBS Evening News With Scott Pelley – Rogue Pharmacies Contributing to Prescription Drug Abuse

The CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley – Rogue pharmacies contributing to prescription drug abuse — In 2009, prescription drug abuse killed more people than automobile accidents. As Armen Keteyian reports, a big part of the problem is found in the pharmacie…


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Rehab Center Houston TX | Treatment Centers in Houston | Rehab Center Houston TX

Rehab Center Houston TX | Treatment Centers in Houston | Rehab Center Houston TX — http://rehabilitationcentersinhouston.net Rehab Center Houston TX has alcohol, drug, and prescription drugs rehabilitation facilities located in Houston, TX,…


Cyclenium Pharma and Southern Research Institute Announce Drug Discovery
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Macklemore and Ryan Lewis on Addiction, Controversy

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis on Addiction, Controversy — After a successful year, the duo discusses Macklemore’s past substance abuse and backlash from their music.


AG's office targets new illicit drug use
CARTERVILLE — State prosecutors are contending with drugs that are being widely abused — synthetics, heroin and illicit prescription… Continue reading