Glee’s Cory Monteith Dies in Hotel Aged 31

Glee’s Cory Monteith Dies In Hotel Aged 31 – Cory Monteith: Glee Star Found Dead In Hotel The 31-year-old actor, who has struggled with substance abuse problems, is found dead in his hotel room. Glee st…

Bill from Senate hopeful targets Medicare drug abuse

Filed under: Substance Abuse

"Millions of Americans benefit from Medicare's drug coverage program each year, which is why it's imperative that checks are in place to prevent fraud and abuse as well as to protect patients," said Pallone in a statement Monday. "We cannot allow …
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Substance Abuse in South Mississippi: Prescription Meds

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According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 5.1 million people across the US abused pain killers in 2010. Another 3 million abused sedatives, tranquilizers and other stimulants. US District Judge Keith Starrett has sentenced thousands of criminals.
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Public encouraged to use new drug drop boxes

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“We have had success with the prescription drug take back days and the drop box makes it easier for the citizens,” said Bucksport Police Chief Sean Geagan. Prescription drug abuse is the fastest growing substance abuse problem in the United States.
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