Officials: W.Va. Pill Users Turning to Heroin
Officials: W.Va. pill users turning to heroin
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Goodwin and Masumoto were among numerous state, federal and local officials who provided updates on efforts to fight prescription drug abuse at meetings in Huntington and Charleston. According… Continue reading
Tipsheet: Chemistry Still Critical to Baseball Success
Tipsheet: Chemistry still critical to baseball success
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Such is the case of Toradol, a nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory drug meant for injury treatment. … Toradol abuse is cited in litigation filed by former NFL players… Continue reading
Hits and Misses From the Capitol
Hits and Misses from the Capitol
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In Washington, D.C., and in 40 states, it's illegal, but not in Virginia. This week, a House committee killed a bill that would have ticketed people who… Continue reading
Singer Mindy McCready Dies
Singer Mindy McCready dies
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It's unclear what circumstances led to McCready taking her own life, but it appears she was struggling again with twin issues that have persisted for years — substance abuse… Continue reading
Prescription Drug Abuse Destroys Lives With Death and Crime
Prescription drug abuse destroys lives with death and crime
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While the Scranton Police Department doesn't keep statistics on prescription medicine abuse, Chief Graziano and other law enforcement officials say the drugs have connections to… Continue reading