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Doctors Group Backs Tougher Rules Targeting Prescription Drug Abuse – ABC News (Blog)

Doctors Group Backs Tougher Rules Targeting Prescription Drug Abuse – ABC News (blog)


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Doctors Group Backs Tougher Rules Targeting Prescription Drug Abuse
ABC News (blog)
Almost all of abused pain medication starts as legitimate prescription medicine for diagnosed pain, according to the CDC. A growing number of Americans become addicted and then buy leftover pills, get them from friends or relatives, or steal them from
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American College of Physicians Aims to Curb Painkiller Abuse

American College of Physicians aims to curb painkiller abuse
Recommended efforts to curb prescription abuse include electronic prescriptions, national drug monitoring, doctor-patient contracts Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

Abuse Of Prescription Drugs On The Rise
North Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – There is new concern over prescription drug abuse. The CDC says new research indicates it could be the leading cause of death in the United States. The agency is releasing guidelines […] Drug Abuse… Continue reading

American College of Physicians Issues New Policy to Curb Painkiller Abuse – CBS News

American College of Physicians issues new policy to curb painkiller abuse – CBS News

American College of Physicians issues new policy to curb painkiller abuse
CBS News
A leading medical group is urging U.S. doctors to take more steps to prevent prescription drug abuse in patients — a dangerous, growing trend that's been seen with opioid pain pills. The new policy statement released by the American College of
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AG Coakley Announces $8M in Grants for Mental Health, Substance Abuse … – CBS Local

AG Coakley Announces M In Grants For Mental Health, Substance Abuse … – CBS Local

AG Coakley Announces $ 8M In Grants For Mental Health, Substance Abuse
CBS Local
BOSTON (AP) — Applications are being accepted for $ 8 million in grants designed to improve the delivery of mental health and substance abuse services in Massachusetts. State Attorney General Martha Coakley reported funding for the grant program comes 

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Cambodia: Drug Centers Detain, Abuse ‘Undesirables’ – Human Rights Watch

Cambodia: Drug Centers Detain, Abuse ‘Undesirables’ – Human Rights Watch


Human Rights Watch
Cambodia: Drug Centers Detain, Abuse 'Undesirables'
Human Rights Watch
(Bangkok) – Cambodian authorities unlawfully detain hundreds of drug users and others deemed “undesirable” in centers where they face torture, sexual violence, and forced labor, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. Human Rights Watch 
Drug detention denouncedThe Phnom Penh Post


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Drug Abuse by UK Pensioners Hits All-Time High

Drug Abuse By UK Pensioners Hits All-Time High
Three times as many older people are being treated for illegal drug use as a decade ago, as 'free love' generation becomes free bus pass generation. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

Schools recognized for anti-drug campaigns
Several area schools were recognized this week for Red Ribbon Campaigns supporting drug prevention and education programs. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results

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