Documentary Sheds Light on Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens
Documentary sheds light on prescription drug abuse among teens
BOISE – Prescription drug abuse, is a serious problem in Idaho. In fact a recent study says only three states are worse when it comes to teenagers abusing prescription medication. "It's something that's worked it's way over to Idaho and it's something that we just want to nip in the bud before it becomes a bigger problem," said Gina Heideman, the Executive Director of the Idaho… Continue reading
One in 10 Older Teens Misuse Painkillers, Sedatives
One in 10 older teens misuse painkillers, sedatives
With prescription drug abuse at epidemic levels nationwide, and overdoses killing more people than auto accidents in many states, a new study provides striking new data about the misuse of potent prescription painkillers and sedatives by teens and young adults. In all, 10.4 percent of the teens and young adults treated in the emergency room for any reason admitted to misusing a prescription … Drug Abuse –… Continue reading
Prescription Drug Abuse Summit Happening in Lansing
Prescription Drug Abuse Summit Happening in Lansing
A prescription drug abuse summit is taking place in Lansing, in an attempt to generate ideas that will curb the problem in Michigan. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
ER study finds 1 in 10 older teens misuse Rx painkillers & sedatives
( University of Michigan Health System ) With prescription drug abuse at epidemic levels nationwide, and overdoses killing more people than auto accidents in many… Continue reading
F.D.A. Shift on Painkillers Was Years in the Making
F.D.A. Shift on Painkillers Was Years in the Making
The F.D.A.'s move to tighten restrictions for prescribing painkillers is a rare victory by lawmakers from states hard hit by prescription drug abuse over well-financed lobbyists for business and patient groups. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Take Back Day fights prescription drug abuse
An Iowa City police car is crammed with bags of brightly colored prescription drugs. The drugs were not confiscated but voluntarily… Continue reading
Prescription Take-Back Day Calls Attention to Drug Abuse – WSIL TV
Prescription Take-Back Day Calls Attention to Drug Abuse – WSIL TV
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Prescription Take-Back Day Calls Attention to Drug Abuse WSIL TV It's part of a nationwide effort by the Drug Enforcement Agency to educate the public about the potential for prescription drug abuse. Prescription medication can either help you or hurt you. It all depends on how and when it's used. "One person every … Prescription take back helps with drug abuse |
Report: N.H. 18-25 Group Abusing Prescription Drugs
Report: N.H. 18-25 group abusing prescription drugs
CONCORD (AP) — A new report shows prescription drug abuse among New Hampshire's young adults aged 18-25 is above the national average and other states in the Northeast. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
3,000 pills returned at Monticello drug take-back day
MONTICELLO — Prescription drug abuse is on the rise, infiltrating all demographics. Drug Abuse – Yahoo News Search Results
Prescription Take-Back Day Calls Attention to… Continue reading