“Addiction is often misunderstood as a moral failing or a subject of shame,” Taylor said. “Patients should be treated as patients and not as addicts.”
Tag Archives | Prescription drugs
American Medicine Chest Challenge – McPherson Sentinel
The seventh annual American Medicine Chest Challenge – a national public health initiative to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse and encourage safe disposal.
Drug Addiction and the Case for Medication-Assisted Treatment – vnews.com
Buprenorphine, an artificial opioid that has been available for more than a decade, has emerged as the not-so-secret weapon in the fight against opiate abuse. Those who prescribe buprenorphine have made “pioneering contributions to addiction treatment.
Filmmakers tackle prescription drug abuse, called “Life Prescribed” – themorningsun
The director and writer of a new Michigan-made short film say their personal battles with addiction provided perspective in creating “Life Prescribed.” The red-carpet, public premiere of “Life Prescribed”.
Call for Decriminalization of Personal Use of Illegal Drugs in US – voanews.com
A new report by prominent rights groups calls for the decriminalization of possession and personal use of all illicit drugs in the United States, concluding that enforcement of drug laws has unjustifiably ripped families apart.
Red Ribbon Week marks battle against drug abuse
Red Ribbon Week was started after the death of Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, who in 1985 was brutally tortured and murdered by drug traffickers he was investigating in Mexico.
Saving future generations from prescription drug abuse – The Hill
Our nation is becoming increasingly aware of the growing number of hospitalizations and casualties tied to prescription drug abuse. This problem is particularly acute among young adults.
Viral drug abuse in a hooked society – Washington Examiner
A slew of viral videos in recent weeks reveal the devastating effects of America’s drug abuse epidemic.
Recovering drug addict, 28 years sober. There is hope I’m proof – ohio.com
Marshon Whitley got down on her knees in October 1988 and asked God to take the taste of drugs out of her mouth. Nearly 28 years later, she is still sober and giving back as a licensed chemical dependency counselor.