Experts hold 'Killer Heroin' responsible for increasing number of deaths in US
Experts hold 'Killer Heroin' responsible for increasing number of deaths in US
Filed under: Maryland Drug Abuse
According to the details provided by experts, fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opiate and addicts who use it are normally unaware that the drug is spiked with it. Fentanyl is a powerful narcotic which is typically administered to people who are in …
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Uptick in heroin, prescription narcotic use worries local officials
Filed under: Maryland Drug Abuse
Maryland has seen an increase in heroin use, and Charles County has been no exception. While the Charles County Sheriff's Office reported 74 arrests involving the drug in 2011, there were 95 heroin arrests in 2012 and 149 in 2013, according to sheriff …
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Calvert officials concerned about increased heroin overdoses
Filed under: Maryland Drug Abuse
This information can be obtained through the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) 410-535-FREE (3733) www.co.cal.md.us/CAASA. CAASA can provide families and friends with helpful resource information and links to support groups and …
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