prescription drug abuse

Ex-NBA Player Herren Issues Warning

Ex-NBA player Herren issues warning

Filed under: drug addiction news 2008

Herren, 36, hasn't used drugs or alcohol since Aug. 1, 2008. He is the author of the recent book, “Basketball Junkie,” and runs a basketball company, Hoop Dreams with Chris Herren, and The Herren Project, a foundation that helps people seeking …
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I Need to Find a Low Cost or Free Drug Addiction Center or Services for My Husband.?

Question by Victoria: I need to find a low cost or free drug addiction center or services for my husband.?
My husband recently confessed to having an addiction to crystal meth and I have no clue how to help him he says he has tryed to quit on his own but now realizes he needs professional help

Teen Prescription Drug Abuse: How It Begins

Teen prescription drug abuse: how it begins

Filed under: prescription drug addiction

During October and November, the Healthy Kids blog examines the epidemic of teen prescription drug abuse through stories of teens and young adults in recovery, their parents and treatment experts. You'll get a first-hand look at a problem more …
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Can Someone Help a Combat Veteran Out?

Question by pompanopete0: Can someone help a Combat Veteran out?
The VA is requireing Veterans to sign a form that states;
Clinic Policy Memorandum 119-2 January, 2005
Viera, Florida
9) I agree to abstain from all illicit drug use. Drug screens testing positive for any substance other than those prescribed for me can result in discontinuation of my controlled substance pain medication.

Tennessee Prosecutors Campaign Against Drug Abuse

Tennessee prosecutors campaign against drug abuse

Filed under: drug addiction news articles

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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Prescription Drug Abuse: A Healthy Kids Series

Prescription Drug Abuse: A Healthy Kids Series

Filed under: teen drug abuse

Too often, parents are clueless when it comes to the prescription-drug abuse epidemic among high school and even middle school teens– missing early warning signs and fumbling opportunities to educate themselves and protect their kids. During October …
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