Authorities grapple with substance abuse solutions
MOREHEAD CITY — The issue of substance abuse is one viewed from many sides as area authorities deal with the latest trends and local communities reach out to help those seeking treatment. Jacksonville has counseling services, a methadone clinic and …
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Tomblin's prison crowding bill looks at substance abuse, mental health
The measure also would add a person with a background in substance abuse treatment and services to the community criminal justice boards of each county or combination of counties and would require probation officers to conduct standardized risk and …
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Federal rules eased for opioid addiction treatment drug
In 2011, the White House launched a national plan to take a multifaceted approach toward fighting prescription drug abuse. Kerlikowske, known to many as the White House's drug czar, highlighted the latest efforts to combat drug diversion, boost …
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