Concerns Raised About Growing Link Between Prescription Drug Abuse and Suicide

Concerns raised about growing link between prescription drug abuse and suicide

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The issue is exacerbated because of broad cuts to substance abuse treatment and prevention programs. Already fewer than 6 percent of New Hampshire residents in need of substance abuse treatment can get it, the second-lowest rate in the country, she …
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Drug pickup event scheduled

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The city of New Bern, along with two local organizations, is teaming up with the Drug Enforcement Administration for Operation Medicine Cabinet. Volunteers with the Neuse Riverkeeper Foundation and the Coastal Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention …
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Church plans substance abuse prevention seminar

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LACEY — In a proactive effort to help physicians and health care professionals identify signs of prescription drug abuse, a newly formed drug abuse task force is launching a four part seminar series this fall. Rev. Linda Applegate of the Lacey United …
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