1 In 10 Teens Misuse Prescription Painkillers; Over 85% Admit Illicit Use

1 In 10 Teens Misuse Prescription Painkillers; Over 85% Admit Illicit Use

Filed under: prescription drug abuse treatment

Common reasons why children and adults visit the emergency room (ER) is to treat cold symptoms and injuries. Recently, physicians have noticed a dangerous trend on the rise among teens: prescription drug abuse and overdose. One in 10 teens treated in …
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New Prescription Pain Addiction Treatments Available at Drug Detox Garfield

Filed under: prescription drug abuse treatment

“We've seen a huge spike in cases of patients addicted to opiates and prescription pain killers.” Stephen said. “We strive to provide patients with the tools to avoid using addictive prescription drugs to treat their chronic pain.” These alternative …
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Ex-teacher gets suspended sentences for prescription drug abuse

Filed under: prescription drug abuse treatment

Before Todd's sentence, Deputy Yellowstone County Attorney Victoria Callender described Murray as an addict who used a “well-rehearsed and extensive story” to get prescription drugs and in an effort to dupe law and court officials. Murray's attorney …
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