Former SFPD Drug Lab Tech Sentenced to a Year of Home Confinement
... SFPD drug lab tech sentenced to a year of home confinement Caputo argued that unlike some drug defendants, Madden had the resources to seek substance abuse treatment, but "instead, she tampered with evidence." He said, "How she came to… Continue reading
Biogen Says Patient Death Unlikely Linked to New MS Drug
... says patient death unlikely linked to new MS drug Biogen said it was made aware last week of the death of a 59-year-old woman who had been treated with Tecfidera, and that it was actively gathering facts about the… Continue reading
Before Fatal Overdose, Hastings Teen Was in Treatment — but Did He Get Help?
... Loss Drug Helps Curb Cocaine Addictions, Penn Study Finds PHILADELPHIA —The drug topiramate, typically used to treat epilepsy and more recently weight loss, may also help people addicted to both cocaine and alcohol use less cocaine, particularly heavy users,… Continue reading
Lid Lifted on Town's Hidden Drug Use
... Drug addiction and mental health Treating attention deficit disorder with stimulants does not seem to cause addiction. Sedatives to treat anxiety and insomnia are addicting and can cause harm. One to three days of using an opiate for pain… Continue reading
I Need an Idea for a Presentation in My Drugs and Addiction Class?
... graduate, became addicted to opioids at 16 after a doctor prescribed OxyContin to help her recover from dental work. She abused a variety of opioid drugs before getting clean and sober in 2006, at age … Read more on CapeNews.net… Continue reading
School Personnel Recognized for Outstanding Work
... personnel recognized for outstanding work She also spearheads the Substance Abuse Awareness program, having classes watch powerful documentary clips and interviews and then create commitment poster contracts that students sign saying they will remain drug-free. Abraham Harrison has been… Continue reading