SUNDAY EXTRA: Prescription Drug Abuse Persists in Area Counties

SUNDAY EXTRA: Prescription drug abuse persists in area counties

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She was arrested again and was put in MONARCH. After 60 days at MONARCH, Norris said, “I feel amazing now.” She said aggressive laws help curtail abuse, but it is still easy to get prescription drugs on the street “if you know the right people.” “I don …
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ASA launches Opioid Overdose Resuscitation card to help people who abuse …

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In response to the prescription drug abuse epidemic in the United States, the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) is collaborating with the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy to respond to the problem, educate the public and …
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Drop off unwanted prescription drugs Saturday at Fresno Co. sites

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Unwanted prescription drugs can be dropped off with authorities at three Fresno County locations on Saturday. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is spearheaded by the Drug Enforcement Administration to help prevent pill abuse and theft.
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Deterring prescription drug abuse

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And secondly, he's asking the DEA to consider establishing a buy-back program using forfeiture funds. Senator Schumer says if these are done, it would be two additional tools to help put an end to the abuse of prescription drugs. morning 60s; daytime …
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