Treating Addiction as a Public Health Issue, Not a Crime

Treating addiction as a public health issue, not a crime

Filed under: prescription drug addiction

The drugs of choice for an increasing number of Americans are prescription painkillers. Nowhere is the problem more apparent than Houston, where the renowned medical center area has become “a national hotspot for prescription drug abuse,” according to …
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The Kid's Doctor: Prescription Drug Abuse

Filed under: prescription drug addiction

The rate of prescription pain killer abuse is growing rapidly and a new study says it's 40% higher than previous generations making it the second most common type of illegal drug use after marijuana. Researchers found: – 129% increase in ER visits …
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Slain teens linked to stolen pills latest sign of prescription abuse

Filed under: prescription drug addiction

"Prescription drug abuse … is at epidemic proportions," said Dr. Joseph Lee, director of youth services for the Hazelden addiction treatment program. "People would be surprised at the proportion of crimes that are committed, petty and otherwise, in …
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Dangers of Prescription Drug Abuse PSA 2012 – My video response to the public service announcement issued by Attorney General Jack Conway. Over 1000 people in Kentucky die every year from prescription drug overdose; this is completely preventable. Be smart – don’t abuse prescription drugs.

 

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