Seniors Receive Award for Moral Courage
Some say government’s new strategy to fight drug addiction needs more funding
For the first time, the federal government has set a goal of reducing diseases and deaths caused by drug addiction, as well as the number of American teenagers and adults who use illegal substances. Addiction – United States – Health – Substance Abuse – Centers and Counseling Services
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Painkiller abuse becoming a problem
Prescription drug abuse is on the rise throughout the county, state and country, according to medical experts. The No. 1 culprit in Beaufort County: opioid painkillers, said Dr. Thomas M. Penders, acting chief of staff at Beaufort County Medical Center.
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Seniors receive award for moral courage
BROAD CREEK — They’ve shared their anti-substance abuse message with elected officials, a Senate subcommittee, schools and civic groups.
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