Confronting Addiction: New England States Fight Drug Abuse in Different Ways – Lewiston Sun Journal
Confronting addiction: New England states fight drug abuse in different ways – Lewiston Sun Journal
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Confronting addiction: New England states fight drug abuse in different ways
Lewiston Sun Journal AUGUSTA (AP) — In the rural towns and cities of northern New England, a rising drug–abuse problem is overwhelming law enforcement, affecting hundreds of infants each year and sparking calls to action by state leaders who say enough is enough. Northern New England tackles growing drug problem |
York County optometrist, former staff member charged in prescription drug … – Carlisle Sentinel
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York County optometrist, former staff member charged in prescription drug …
Carlisle Sentinel YORK TWP. — A former optometrist and a former staff member were arrested Friday in York County after the state Attorney General's office said they were involved in prescription drug fraud. Dr. David Wagers, 43, of Palmyra, was charged with two felony … |
Data shows prescription drug abuse problem – Norman Transcript
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Data shows prescription drug abuse problem
Norman Transcript Meanwhile, the toll from prescription drug abuse continues to rise. In 2012, the most recent year for which data is available, 844 Oklahomans were killed by overdoses, most of them accidental. That's more than the 708 people killed in vehicle crashes … |
High cost of drug abuse underscored in Brockton – Enterprise News
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High cost of drug abuse underscored in Brockton
Enterprise News Friends and relatives assembled on the steps of City Hall Plaza Friday night for a candlelight vigil to remember those lost to overdose and support those who still have loved one's battling addiction. The vigil is sponsored by the Mayor's Council on … |