Teen Drug Statistics

Published October 15, 2012

Teen Drug Statistics – Quick Video that shows startling statistics of teen drug abuse and addiction.

Prescription drug abuse still an issue despite gains
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MEDFORD — Prescription drug abuse continues to be a problem in Jackson County, though local law enforcement and treatment officials say the area might be turning a corner. Dr. Jim Shames, medical director of Jackson County Health and Human … Read more on Bend Bulletin

Marines' prescribed drug use focus of standdown
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The Navy is holding a worldwide standdown throughout October to educate corpsmen and other medical providers about ways to improve treatment plans for Marines taking multiple psychotropic drugs — medications capable of affecting the mind, mood and … Read more on Marine Corps Times

Surge In Heroin And Prescription Drug Abuse In Vt. Towns
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According to the Vermont Health Department, the number of people in Rutland County who sought help for addiction to heroin and pain pills – the current drugs of choice – has gone up seven fold since 2000 to 383. But Franklin and Grand Isle counties saw … Read more on Vermont Public Radio

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