Drug-Infested Waters: Medication Disposal a Menace

Drug-infested waters: Medication Disposal a Menace

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However, Canada is wrestling with its own prescription drug abuse problems — for instance, ranking second behind the U.S for opioid abuse. And, Health Canada warns that … Food and Drug Administration. “Even when waste water makes it to sewage …
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Prescription drug abuse still daily concern for police, courts

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Police say progress has been made in the last several years in the fight against illegal drug use locally, but they are still dealing with cases of prescription medication abuse and heroin use almost daily. Sheriff Vince Shambaugh said his department …
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Gov. Rick Scott asks state analysts to revise Medicaid expansion estimates

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In addition to calculating for savings under Medically Needy, the hospitals also believe that there will be reduced burdens on county health departments, substance abuse and mental health treatment, and AIDS drug treatment programs that save the state …
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Money: The Lesser-Known Relapse Trigger

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This is a critical step in rebuilding confidence, repaying debts and achieving goals but it also means having a steady flow of cash – something that used to be closely tied with drug use. Here are a few tips to help you safeguard … addiction …
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