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...  leading to more heroin addicts, experts say – Contra Costa TimesPrescription abuse skyrocketing, leading to more heroin addicts, experts sayContra Costa TimesSAN FRANCISCO — Prescription drug abuse in the Bay Area and nationwide is a growing problem, outpacing illegal drugs and creating a new generation of heroin addicts, law enforcement, public health officials and substance abuse specialists said during …and more »Drug Addiction Causes – Google News 4 Shocking Facts About Prescription Drug Abuse in America – Care2.com4 Shocking Facts About Prescription Drug Abuse in AmericaCare2.comIn the United States, drug overdose was the leading cause of injury death in 2010. Amongst people aged between 25 and 64 years old, drug overdose caused more deaths than motor vehicle traffic crashes. Perhaps most shocking is how quickly drug abuse is …Community coalition confronts prescription drug abuseLake County News Sunall ...

...  charged over robberies have addiction to the drug ice – The Border MailTrio charged over robberies have addiction to the drug iceThe Border Mail2.05PM UPDATE: TWO men and a woman with addictions to the drug ice have faced court over robberies at the Springdale Heights Tavern and a West Albury milk bar. James Arthur Stevens, 27, of Albury, Jamie Stephen Thorley, 31, of Wagga, and Sarah …Drug+Addiction+ Stories – Google News Council on Alcohol and Drugs luncheon raises 0000 – Chron.com (blog)Council on Alcohol and Drugs luncheon raises $ 500000Chron.com (blog)Grammy-winning singer Natalie Cole shared her story of drug addiction and recovery with more than 1,100 donors and attendees at the Council on Alcohol and Drugs Houston's annual Waggoners Foundation Speaker Series spring luncheon at the Hilton …and more »Drug+Addiction+ Stories – Google News    Read ...

...  students don’t see ADHD drug use as cheating – USA TODAYSome students don't see ADHD drug use as cheatingUSA TODAYFor someone with ADHD, the drugs might help them focus for 20 minutes instead of the possibly five or so minutes that come naturally, he said. For someone without attention issues, who can already focus for 30-40 minutes, the drugs might help them tune …and more »Drug Addiction Help – Google News Mother asks judge for drug addiction help for daughter, 25, of Salem – SalemNews.netMother asks judge for drug addiction help for daughter, 25, of SalemSalemNews.netLISBON – Making a plea for her daughter's life, Brenda Hamilton asked for drug addiction help for her daughter, Danielle Stanley, who was appearing before Judge Scott Washam in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court facing two counts of possession of …Drug Addiction Help – Google News    Read ...

...  Senate approves bills to fight drug abuse, overdose deaths – The Providence JournalRI Senate approves bills to fight drug abuse, overdose deathsThe Providence JournalPROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island Senate has passed three bills intended to fight drug abuse and address the growing problem of drug overdose deaths. One bill, (S-2801Aaa), would clarify and strengthen an existing law that requires health insurers …Drug Addiction – Google News An Afghan Village Of Drug Addicts, From Ages 10 To 60 – NPR (blog)NPR (blog)An Afghan Village Of Drug Addicts, From Ages 10 To 60NPR (blog)Herat is one of the most graceful cities in Afghanistan. Its traditions go back to the Persian empire, with its exquisite blue and green glass, and its thriving poetry scene. Now Herat is struggling with a darker side: drug addiction at a higher rate …and more »   Read ...

...  painkiller abuse reaches epidemic levels – KSAT San AntonioPrescription painkiller abuse reaches epidemic levelsKSAT San AntonioWE WILL HAVE MORE ON THIS STORY COMING UP LATER IN THE NEWSCAST. … APRIL MOLINA MET UP WITH A LOCAL TEENAGER WHO LIVED TO TELL ABOUT HIS ENCOUNTER WITH A DRUG HE CALLS THE DEVIL. … ended in a vicious cycle of addiction, recovery and relapse. Hahn …and more »Drug+Addiction+ Stories – Google News The Real Deal: Insurance coverage for heroin addiction – WRGBWRGBThe Real Deal: Insurance coverage for heroin addictionWRGBALBANY—The number of people dying from heroin overdoses in New York has doubled in the past five years. Treatment centers, both impatient and outpatient are packed with addicts trying to get clean. A number of local families tell CBS6 that getting …and more »Drug+Addiction+ Stories – Google News The changing face of heroin abuse: Martha’s story – WLKY Louisville    Read ...

...  Drug addict roamed hospital for days, police say – KLAS-TVI-Team: Drug addict roamed hospital for days, police sayKLAS-TVLAS VEGAS – A drug addict roamed around Summerlin hospital for four days before employees finally stopped him, according to a police report obtained by the I-Team. Metro police say a former hospital employee with a drug habit was so desperate for his …Drug Addiction – Google News An Afghan Village Of Drug Addicts, From Ages 10 To 60 – NPR (blog)NPR (blog)An Afghan Village Of Drug Addicts, From Ages 10 To 60NPR (blog)Herat is one of the most graceful cities in Afghanistan. Its traditions go back to the Persian empire, with its exquisite blue and green glass, and its thriving poetry scene. Now Herat is struggling with a darker side: drug addiction at a higher rate …and more »Drug Addiction – Google News    Read ...