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Southwest Florida Congressman Stands by Claim His Substance Abuse Never Affected Congressional Duties

Southwest Florida Congressman stands by claim his substance abuse never affected congressional duties
WASHINGTON D.C. – Embattled Southwest Florida congressman Trey Radel is standing by his claim that his substance abuse never affected what he’s done in Congress. “My use… Continue reading

Zoe’s Story, for Parents

Zoe’s Story, For Parents
My name is Robin Kellner. I live in New York City. My daughter Zoe — my only child — died of an accidental drug overdose on April 9, 2007. She was just 22. …


 

Vermont’s Drug Addiction Problem and Other Fascinating News on the Web – TIME

Vermont’s Drug Addiction Problem and Other Fascinating News on the Web – TIME


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Vermont's Drug Addiction Problem and Other Fascinating News on the Web
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Peter Shumlin, the governor of Vermont, dedicated his entire state of state address… Continue reading

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse

In Annual Speech, Vermont Governor Shifts Focus to Drug Abuse
Chen, Vermont’s health commissioner, said in an interview. He said the rate of overdose deaths across the country had tripled since 1990. “Nationwide, more people die of drug overdoses than… Continue reading

Seek Help if You Suspect Drug Addiction (With Video) – News-Herald.com

Seek help if you suspect drug addiction (with video) – News-Herald.com

Seek help if you suspect drug addiction (with video)
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“There are a vast number of symptoms, including major changes in behavior, less participation in family activities and possessions… Continue reading

How Has Your Family or Community Been Affected by Prescription Drug Abuse?

How has your family or community been affected by prescription drug abuse?
Oklahoma has the fifth highest drug overdose death rate in the United States, with 19.4 per 100,000 people suffering drug overdose fatalities, according to a new report, Prescription… Continue reading