alcohol abuse

Physician Liability: When an Overdose Brings a Lawsuit

Physician liability: When an overdose brings a lawsuit

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The growing epidemic has lead some states to develop drug monitoring programs to track drug users, while hospitals and health centers in some cities have tightened restrictions on medication prescriptions and refills. Most drug overdose deaths are from …
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Opana, Alcohol and Adderall: More Reasons Why Prescription Meds and Booze

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West Kittanning Woman Sentenced to Intermediate Punishment

West Kittanning Woman Sentenced to Intermediate Punishment

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Jaysa is also sentenced from using drugs, entering any premises selling alcohol, will undergo a mental health evaluation and perform 20 hours of community service. She was credited with 28 days in Armstrong County Jail. In August, Jaysa was originally …
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Bill would require random drug tests

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Lewisham Hospital Announcement: Politics Live Blog

Lewisham hospital announcement: Politics live blog

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The first of these – the 'Recovery Works' pilot will test the impact of higher job outcome payments for individuals engaged in drugs treatment, giving providers a financial incentive not only to support addicts into work rehab but also into work …
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Area scene: Smackdown club team claims tournament championship

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Two Groups at Forefront of Taking on Teen Drug Abuse

Two groups at forefront of taking on teen drug abuse

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Sun Street Centers is a 40-year-old group with a multi-pronged approach geared toward the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse, as well as treatment and recovery. Coalitions have been formed to serve the Peninsula, Salinas and South County. Impact for …
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Lines of communication preferable to lines of cocaine

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Prisoner advocates said that because 97 percent of all prisoners in the state are eventually released, it makes more sense to grant parole at a higher rate because early release comes with conditions such as drug abuse treatment. When prisoners serve …
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Alcohol abuse bill makes way through Arizona Legislature

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Parents, Just Say No to Sharing Tales of Drug Use With Kids

Parents, Just Say No To Sharing Tales Of Drug Use With Kids

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But how parents address their own past drug use might be having unintended effects. When it comes to addressing their past, parents shouldn't lie. But use of drugs isn't something they should volunteer either, Kam says. She draws that conclusion from …
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Progress Requires Faster Growth

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