US Opioid Prescriptions Nearly Double In Ten Years

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More research has been released this week which examines the extent of America's growing addiction to opioid painkillers. In the last three weeks two studies have … “We felt it was important to examine whether or not this epidemic has coincided with …
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Community Challenge | The Morton Center offers help to those in need

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“I appreciate deeply your patience, but most of all, I appreciate and value the part The Morton Center has had in my own recovery — a continual, day by day walk.” — Client testimonial. This month The Morton Center will celebrate 29 years of service …
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Kids' Food Allergies Cost Big Bucks

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They contrasted the findings to those of asthma, which affects about an equal number of U.S. children but for which there are many more medical treatment options: Direct medical costs reported in asthma are about five times higher those in the study …
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