Drug Abuse Rampant Within US Military
Drug abuse rampant within US military – According to the Institute of Medicine, drug abuse within the US Army is so rampant it’s considered a public health crisis. Charles O’Brien of the University…
Montana high school students report increase in RX drug abuse
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In the last 5 years, prescription drug use – and abuse – in the nation's high schools has exploded. According to a study by the Metlife Foundation, since 2008 the percentage of high schoolers who abuse prescription drugs rose 33 percent. Now, for every …
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Faces of Addiction: Drug Court helps overcome addiction
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SALT LAKE CITY – Millions of people visit websites featuring victims of drug addiction, showing the dangers of substance abuse. But there are some drug addicts whose photos show a more positive picture. In Utah, many of those pictures are taken after …
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Delco DA to host drug abuse forum Thursday at Upper Darby Performing Arts …
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Parents who attend the forum will have the opportunity to hear how children are getting these drugs, how they are becoming addicted and warning signs of prescription drug abuse. Speakers will include members of county government, Upper Darby School …
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