Prescription Drug Abuse: Three Stories, One Common Purpose
Prescription Drug Abuse: Three Stories, One Common Purpose – Anyone — regardless of age, race, gender or status — can abuse prescription drugs. And it doesn’t just take its toll on the abuser. Family and friends shar…
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When he was about 12 or 13, Monteith was drinking and using drugs. He would attend 16 different … will never forget you. If you or someone you know may have a problem with alcohol or drugs, call Alcoholics Anonymous' 24-hour hotline at 1-800-923-8722.
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Researchers Recommend New Drug Abuse Laws To Prevent Hepatitis C
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According to the Medical News Today (7/26) article, Preventing hepatitis C in young drug injectors, a group of UC San Francisco researchers are recommending a six new regulations to prevent the rapid spread of hepatitis C. It is estimated more than 31 …
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Drug addict who scared lecturer to death in case that made a judge 'want to …
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A drug addict burglar who scared to death a retired lecturer after he looted his home was jailed for 12 years today in a case which the judge said could 'make him weep'. Career criminal Anthony Curry, 39, admitted manslaughter after he caused 88-year …
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New anti-addiction compound shows promise for drug addicts
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New anti-addiction compound shows promise for drug addicts. A new class of compound that acts on the kappa opioid receptors in the brain is offering hope as Wellington researchers look for anti-addiction drugs with fewer side effects. Dr Bronwyn Kivell …
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