prescription drug abuse

Hospital: Rise in Babies Born Drugaddicted

Hospital: Rise in babies born drugaddicted

Filed under: drug addiction news 2008

The drugs that are responsible vary, although the number caused by prescription medication and buprenorphine — a drug used as a painkiller or to treat opiate addiction — jumped in 2009-2010. Other studies have shown a similar increase in the number …
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Supporters Nervous as Deadline Nears on Prescription Drug Bill

Supporters nervous as deadline nears on prescription drug bill

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The legislation has been approved by the state Senate twice, House lawmakers say they're eager to vote on it and advocates for families dealing with addiction say it will save lives. But a bill aimed at curbing prescription drug abuse has been stalled …
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Drug Addiction Help Centers: Getting Drug Addiction Help for You or a Loved One

Today, there is no problem finding a drug addiction counselor to help you. The Internet has made it possible for us to find anyone and anything without leaving our homes. Still, you can’t just choose any drug addiction rehab professional or center.

Ask Amy: Drug Addiction Tests Friendship

Ask Amy: Drug addiction tests friendship

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Over the past few years I have struggled with minor prescription drug abuse. Most of my friends are in jail, and the ones who aren't are full-blown addicts. My best friend (whom I consider my brother) has an amazing heart and will do anything for me …
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Maine Drug Abuse Task Force Meeting Today

Maine drug abuse task force meeting today

Filed under: drug addiction newspaper

The panel of medical, law enforcement and state officials is looking for solutions as an epidemic of drug store robberies plagues the state.
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Ex-drug addict brings hope to Richmond

Rahall Stands Up Against Drug Abuses

Rahall Stands Up Against Drug Abuses

Filed under: drug addiction help for family members

Tuesday joined members of the Congressional Caucus on Prescription Drug Abuse … toll of destruction and devastation heaped upon West Virginia's families and our … to help our state and communities in combating prescription drug abuse,” …
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