Human Services Chief: Bulk of County’s Violent Crime Linked to Addictions
Human services chief: Bulk of county’s violent crime linked to addictions
Nearly all violent crime in Westmoreland County is drug-related, and it costs taxpayers millions of dollars, according to the county’s human services director. The national … Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Father Finding Peace After Son Died of Drug Overdose
Father finding peace after son died of drug overdose
A father who lost his son to a drug overdose said he is finding some peace now that a woman who failed to help his son has been sent to prison. He hopes the death will encourage other parents to do more when they see signs of drug abuse. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Beckley Psychiatrist Pens Article on Opiate Drug Abuse
Beckley psychiatrist pens article on opiate drug abuse
The West Virginia Medical Journal recently published an article written by a Beckley psychiatrist who examines the challenges health care professionals face while working with prescription pill abusers. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Youths generally against drugs, but older youths hold more liberal views: Survey
While a large majority of youths view drugs as illegal and addictive substances, older youths tend to hold more liberal… Continue reading
Organizations Team Up to Fight Heroin Epidemic in Monroe Co.
Organizations team up to fight heroin epidemic in Monroe Co.
Heroin and prescription drug abuse is destroying lives in Michigan at an alarming rate. Officials say it's an epidemic they need help to beat. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Senators question FDA over hydrocodone painkiller
WASHINGTON (AP) — Three U.S. senators are raising concerns about the Food and Drug Administration's approval of a powerful painkiller called Zohydro, which experts say could add to… Continue reading
Defending the First Amendment Since 1911 | the Independent Student Newspaper of Texas State University
Defending the First Amendment since 1911 | The independent student newspaper of Texas State University
Not only are Bobcats being busted for drug possession more than any other students in the state, but the university is also ranked in the top 20 in the nation for campus drug arrests, according to a recent study. Drug Rehabs – Yahoo News Search Results