New Proposals Could Reduce Drug Abuse

New proposals could reduce drug abuse

Filed under: prescription drug abuse

CLARIFICATION: An earlier version of this article said the N.C. Harm Reduction Coalition was a drug abuse-prevention advocacy group. It also advocates for those affected by immigration statuses, gender issues and diseases, not just prescription drug abuse.
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Prescription drug abuse still a problem

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Kelli Bain was that high school student. She started using prescription drugs and her life took a tailspin. She's spent the last 10 years fighting her addiction to Oxycontin and Opana. 9 months ago she checked herself into the Healing Place drug rehab …
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Anti-drug abuse initiative to expand through Ocean County

Filed under: prescription drug abuse

The coalition also will start to focus on reducing the illegal use of marijuana, the abuse of prescription drugs, and underage drinking. “We're bringing together communities who are fighting similar battles,” said Bill Sette, chief executive officer of …
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