#EndMedicineAbuse: Why Prescription Drug Abuse Is So Personal to Me
This past summer, I was selected by The Partnership at Drugfree.org and Genart as the winning filmmaker in their #endmedicineabuse teen filmmaker project, and I set out to uncover the growing problem of kids my age sharing and abusing prescription …
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ONC to help fight Rx drug abuse
In an effort to combat the prescription drug abuse epidemic, the Office of the National Coordinator has launched a new interoperability initiative to better link drug monitoring programs with health IT systems. In a blog post, Jennifer Frazier, ONC's …
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Torrington methadone clinic scheduled for spring open, other substance abuse …
People seeking help from an addiction to legal and illegal substances have several treatment options available in the Litchfield County area. Some of the substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation centers in the area include Northwest Sobriety …
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Cymbrowitz wants public input when siting drug rehab centers
After halting construction of a drug recovery center in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood, Assemblyman Steven Cymbrowitz, D- Brooklyn, announced he is sponsoring a bill (A.8237) that would require government agencies to solicit and consider public input …
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Baltimore center launching LGBT-focused substance abuse recovery program
Starting in December, gay, bisexual and transgender Marylanders recovering from substance abuse will be able to receive LGBT-focused resources and services at Baltimore's LGBT community center. Through a partnership with Maryland RecoveryNet, …
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Wichita Treatment Center Offers New Video Explaining Services Available for …
Cocaine, heroin, Oxycontin and benzodiazepines are just a few of the drugs that the treatment center helps people put in their past. Alcoholism, a disease that destroys individuals as well as families, is addressed through the substance abuse treatment …
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Wichita Treatment Center Offers New Video Explaining Services Available for …
Cocaine, heroin, Oxycontin and benzodiazepines are just a few of the drugs that the treatment center helps people put in their past. Alcoholism, a disease that destroys individuals as well as families, is addressed through the substance abuse treatment …
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Philadelphia Treatment Center Launches New Video Regarding Services for …
Cocaine, heroin, Oxycontin and benzodiazepines are just a few of the drugs that the treatment center helps people put in their past. Alcoholism, a disease that destroys individuals as well as families, is addressed through the substance abuse treatment …
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Elsinboro Township OKs grant extension for substance abuse program
ELSINBORO TWP. — The township committee passed a resolution approving a grant extension for community programs against alcohol and substance abuse. The Governor's Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abused established MAPSA (Municipal Alliances …
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Philadelphia Treatment Center Launches New Video Regarding Services for …
Alcoholism, a disease that destroys individuals as well as families, is addressed through the substance abuse treatment center's programs. Alcohol detoxification is a process by which a heavy drinker's system is brought back to normal after being used …
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Senior Citizens Educated on Youth Substance Abuse
DENNISVILLE – The ongoing efforts to bring youth alcohol and drug abuse education to the local community reached out to township seniors on Nov. 6, with a program presented by Cape Assist. Over a delicious luncheon, Cape Assist Program Coordinator …
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Florida Drug Rehab Facility Announces New Christian Treatment Program for …
Cornerstone Recovery Center, a drug and alcohol treatment center in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, proudly announces the addition of a Christian treatment program to its recovery services. Reverend Charlotte Day joins Cornerstone Recovery Center as the …
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Michael Brown dies after doctors remove life support in Florida hospital
Numerous public records show that he had been treated for narcissistic personality disorder, bipolar disorder and depression and spent time at an addiction rehab center and court-ordered anger management counseling. Brown's shenanigans made …
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Fremont County meth distribution cases getting resolved through plea agreements
The court ordered her to inpatient substance abuse treatment at Southwest Counseling in Rock Springs. … Richard Christian, Elaine Fasthorse and Rose Bell all face one charge of Conspiracy to Possess Methamphetamine with Intent to Deliver. All three …
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Local Drug Treatment Court Provides Addicts Successful Rehabilitation
The mission of the program is to protect and improve the community by reducing repeat criminal activities related to substance abuse and addiction. It combines comprehensive treatment, rehabilitation and supervision for each participant. The successful …
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Drug Rehab Center Lancaster Now Offers More Substance Abuse Treatment …
Drug Rehab Center Lancaster now offers an even wider variety of alcohol and drug abuse treatment plans. The hesitancy to go to a rehabilitation center inspired Drug Rehab Center Lancaster to restructure their existing programs to appeal to anyone and …
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