Drug Abuse

Ohio Lawmakers Pass Bill Requiring Hospitals, Nurseries to Report Drug

Ohio lawmakers pass bill requiring hospitals, nurseries to report drug
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Hospital maternity units and newborn care nurseries would have to report the number of infants born addicted to drugs under a bill headed to Ohio's governor. The state Senate unanimously passed the measure Wednesday, and Gov. John …
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Atlanta hosts summit on prescription drug abuse
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Are the Feds Hoarding Pot?

Are the Feds Hoarding Pot?
Home to the only legal supply of research-grade cannabis, the National Institute on Drug Abuse has the power to shape the future of medical marijuana. Why it isn’t.
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Niesel and Herzog: Everyday people often are abusers
Drug abuse is not confined to street drugs like methamphetamine, heroin and cocaine. America is facing an epidemic of prescription drug abuse, particularly with pain relievers, anti-depressants… Continue reading

Lubbock TX Alcohol Drug Rehab Launches New Drug Detoxification Program – PR Web (Press Release)

Lubbock TX Alcohol Drug Rehab Launches New Drug Detoxification Program – PR Web (press release)

Lubbock TX Alcohol Drug Rehab Launches New Drug Detoxification Program
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Lubbock TX Alcohol Drug Rehab is launching a new drug detoxification program for adults and adolescents caught in the trap of drug addiction in Lubbock and other cities around the High Plains area. Detoxing from the horrendous depths of drug abuse
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Kutztown Area Residents Turn Out for Substance Abuse Meeting

Kutztown area residents turn out for substance abuse meeting
Residents in the Kutztown area are joining together in the battle against drug abuse. A substance abuse task force meeting was held Monday night at Kutztown Area High School. Organizers say the Brandywine Heights and Kutztown area school districts have lost six recent graduates to drug addiction over the past year. Speakers including State Senator Judy Schwank say the drug abuse problem affects …
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Pre-Job Testing Finds Few on Drugs

Pre-job testing finds few on drugs
Just one in 100 beneficiaries who had pre-employment drug tests under a new government policy showed any sign of drug abuse.In Auckland, the number was even lower: eight people tested positive for drugs, whereas 1920 passed the…
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Attorney general hosts drug forum in Elyria
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine gathers with over 100 community members to discuss drug abuse in Lorain County.… Continue reading

Addiction Risk Factors (Mental Health Guru)

Addiction Risk Factors (Mental Health Guru) — Anyone can suffer from addiction, but there are certain factors which may increase a person’s chance of becoming addicted. http://mental.healthguru.com/


Risky Business: Taking Risks Isn't Only Good For Your Well-Being, It's Also
Those who go to theme parks, go skydiving, or who take risks during a favorite activity are likely to go back over and over again. Like drug addicts, they can't get enough of that rush.… Continue reading