Prescription Drug Abuse Dangerous, Even Fatal
... drug abuse dangerous, even fatal These act on brain receptors and can be highly addictive. … In fact, many people who become hooked on prescription drugs start using them for legitimate reasons, said Pamela Mautte, director of the Valley… Continue reading
Prescription Drug Abuse Dangerous, Even Fatal
... drug abuse dangerous, even fatal But a recent report from a national nonprofit group shows prescription drugs, particularly painkillers, cause more fatal overdoses than heroin and cocaine combined. And their use is pervasive all over the country, including… Continue reading
The Cocaine Capital of Peru
... cocaine capital of Peru It is part of the religious tradition of the people living in the Andes, also used in medicine to treat altitude sickness, and to this day, thousands of people take out coca leaves from small… Continue reading
TO YOUR HEALTH: Oct. 16
... trends in drug trafficking have changed, so you see a lot more dealers set up shop on this side of the river to be closer to users who are purchasing heroin,” Mark said. “The location along major interstates also… Continue reading
Fashioning the Rebirth of Versace
... also demanding more school lessons on the dangers of legal highs, greater availability of test kits and regulations on shop fronts and advertising. During our investigation, we bought products varying from cocaine substitutes to cannabis … Read more on… Continue reading
Oregon 21st Among States in Drug Overdose Deaths
... 21st Among States In Drug Overdose Deaths Deaths from prescription drug abuse now outnumber those from heroin and cocaine combined — according to a national study released Monday by the Trust for America's Health. Prescription drugs. FDA.gov. Prescription… Continue reading