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Grand jury proposes sweeping sober home industry reforms – mypalmbeachpost
A three-month grand jury investigation into corruption in the drug treatment industry uncovered evidence of sexual abuse, human trafficking and forced labor in addition to patient brokering and insurance fraud.
Studies show that drug use has declined since pot has been legalized in more states – yahoo
We’ve heard it time and time again — drugs are bad. But now that marijuana is legal in more states than ever, some of us are wondering as to whether or not its pros outweigh its cons. Regardless of where you stand…
VIETNAM WAR IN YOUR BACK YARD – “Drug overdoses now kill more Americans than guns – cbsnews
More than 50,000 Americans died from drug overdoses last year, pushed to new heights by heroin abuse and prescription opioid painkillers.
Do your part to curb Kentucky’s opioid epidemic – kentucky.com
Prescription medicines have become essential lifelines for many Kentuckians, helping them to better treat their pain, seizures, mental illnesses and other serious ailments.
Using inhalants can cause death on first use, experts say – pressherald.com
Aerosol computer duster. Spray paint. Glue. Freon from the air conditioner or the refrigerator. Nail polish remover. They’re common products in a home or workplace, but, when abused, are dangerous and sometimes deadly.
The battle against substance abuse in West Virginia continues – theet.com
Money from a settlement with drug distributors that allegedly contributed to the state’s substance abuse problem — would be used to help fund projects assisting the victims of substance abuse.
Drug use in the United States has turned into a scourge for many families – cullmantimes
The long history of illegal drug use in the United States has turned into a scourge for many families and communities. The drug heroin came to the nation’s attention in the late 1960s and early 1970s….
No singular path to drug addiction – inforum.com
Addiction can start with a fall, a car accident or a chance offer at a party. What begins as a way to relieve pain or forget about life’s challenges becomes a need—one that can be fulfilled only with the drugs that drive it.
Drug Testing May Soon Be Required For Incoming Filipino College – University Herald
The Philippines’ Commission on Higher Education is now in consideration of making drug testing mandatory for incoming college students.
Congress approves biomedical bill for cancer and drug abuse – columbian.com
The House easily approved the biomedical bill by an overwhelming 94-5 margin. It plans spending $6.3 billion over the next decade on cancer research and battling drug addiction.
Stars come clean about drug abuse – eagletribune
The mood quickly turned serious as executive director of the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation, spoke about the day’s message – making healthy lifestyle choices and steering clear of drugs.