Who really benefits from illegal marijuana in New Jersey?

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There are more than 20,000 marijuana possession arrests each year in New Jersey; about half of all drug-related arrests in the state. Those arrested for marijuana are often given the option to complete substance abuse treatment/education programs …
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7 mistakes doctors commonly make for back pain

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Such tests are warranted only when the physical exam points to a serious underlying condition, the guidelines state, and only if surgery or other invasive treatments may be options to treat it. 3. Blaming the pain on bulging disks. … The guidelines …
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Bitter Pills series: Finding ways to combat the growing prescription drug …

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Webster said the community needs more preventive services and more outpatient treatment options that may help people before they need costly inpatient treatment. He said drug and alcohol abuse centers are difficult to open because they are expensive to …
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Pain Management & Depression

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It's not his fault that his insurance doesn't want to pay for alternative treatments that might alleviate some of his pain. He's still the guy who … Folks fear dependence, addiction, side effects, being judged by others, theft, and a loss of quality …
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