11 Bills Meant to 'Break Back' of Drug Abuse
11 bills meant to 'break back' of drug abuse
A series of bills seeking to "break the back" of prescription drug abuse was unveiled Friday by state Rep. Robert Sprague. He said the legislation would increase painkiller restrictions and treatment center funding. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
The Dark World of Heroin Addiction: An Inside Look Into the Destructive Path Left in Its Victims' Lives
The dark world of heroin addiction: An inside look into the destructive path left in its victims' lives
As the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office warns of the increase in heroin usage throughout the county, medical professionals are scrambling to provide options for drug addicts. Drug Rehabs – Yahoo News Search Results
Teen's Sentencing for Killing 4 Draws Mostly Outrage, but Some Support
Teen's sentencing for killing 4 draws mostly outrage, but some support
When it comes to the public's reaction since 16-year-old Ethan Couch's sentence of probation and rehab was announced earlier this week, outrage is an understatement. Teen Drug Rehab – Yahoo News Search Results
Alden Coalition Rallies Parents and Others to Fight Drug Abuse
Alden coalition rallies parents and others to fight drug abuse
More than 40 parents, grandparents, educators and elected officials from the Alden area gathered in Village Hall this week for a presentation by the Alden Substance Abuse Coalition. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Drug abusers may be injuring pets to get pain killers
The war on prescription drug abuse has a new frontline: The veterinarian’s office. Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is working… Continue reading
28 States Ask FDA to Rethink Painkiller Approval
28 states ask FDA to rethink painkiller approval
More than two dozen state prosecutors are asking the Food and Drug Administration to reconsider its approval of a powerful new painkiller called Zohydro, saying that the narcotic pill could add to the … Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Senator Pat Toomey Discusses Prescription Drug Abuse in Delco
Senator Pat Toomey discusses prescription drug abuse in Delco
Attention toward the county’s prescription drug abuse problem was the focus of a roundtable discussion at the Ridley Township Municipal Building on Wednesday morning. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Drug abuse tops agendas
THE DRUG WAR – Barnstable Police Det. Lt. Sean Balcom, right, and Police Chief Paul MacDonald address the human services committee this week on the department’s efforts to stem drug abuse… Continue reading