Tennessee Prosecutors Campaign Against Drug Abuse

Tennessee prosecutors campaign against drug abuse

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An increase in prescription medication and synthetic drug abuse in Tennessee has been documented in recent years by law enforcement authorities who attribute it to "pill mills," as some clinics have been labeled, and the ability of synthetics …
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Drug addict found dead on Burnley bridge

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A MAN found dead on a Burnley footbridge had been battling an addiction to drugs for years, an inquest heard. … Mr Houghton said his good friend had taken cannabis and amphetamines that night and it was well-known that he had a problem with drugs.
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Cooper says prescription drug abuse now epidemic

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RALEIGH — Prescription drug abuse is reaching epidemic proportions in North Carolina, according to state Attorney General Roy Cooper. Prescription drug overdose is the second most common cause of accidental death in this state. Motor vehicle crashes …
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Workshop highlights trends in youth drug abuse

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GAYLORD — Despite recent state legislation aimed at outlawing the sale of synthetic drugs in Michigan and a growing awareness of prescription drug abuse, the use of synthetic marijuana, stimulants and prescription drugs continue to be abused by teens …
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