Future of E-Cigs Hazy: Vaping Offers Alternative to Traditional Cigarettes
Future of e-cigs hazy: Vaping offers alternative to traditional cigarettes
Filed under: drug addiction newsletter
Posted on January 4, 2013. Nick Groff. by Nick Groff. Though not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, electronic cigarettes are gaining popularity with current and former smokers. ….. out on breaking news,… Continue reading
Prison's Failings Slammed in Report
Prison's failings slammed in report
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Prisoners also told inspectors it was easy to get drugs and alcohol in the jail and there was clear evidence of inmates developing a drug addiction, while instances of fighting and assaults were also high. The standard of care for… Continue reading
Former Celtic to Speak on Drug Abuse at ABRHS Forum
Former Celtic to speak on drug abuse at ABRHS forum
Filed under: drug addiction news 2008
Herren is a motivational speaker, author and sobriety advocate whose basketball career was shattered by his addiction to drugs and alcohol, according to organizers. Substance-free since 2008, Chris has refocused his life to put… Continue reading
Cut Myself, Depressed?
Question by Ben Thomas: cut myself, depressed?
hi, i just want to know whats a good place to cut on my body so that i can feel it….i cut my wrist, i used to, but my parents found out….then i started cutting my stomach, it almost felt as good… Continue reading
Drug Board Notes Decline in Drug Users
Drug board notes decline in drug users
Filed under: drug addiction news 2008
The Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) reported yesterday that the number of drug users in the country significantly dropped from a high of 6.7 million in 2004 to 1.7 million in 2008. DDB Deputy Executive Director Amador Pabustan,… Continue reading
Addict Treatment 'Better Than Jail'
Addict treatment 'better than jail'
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Around seven in 10 people (69%) believe treatment for drug addiction would be the most effective measure to reduce reoffending among women who commit non-violent crimes. The poll of around 1,550 people finds that 68% think support to tackle alcohol… Continue reading
AIDS Activist Spencer Cox Dies in NY at Age 44
AIDS activist Spencer Cox dies in NY at age 44
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Cox joined the ACT UP group, known for its demonstrations and sit-ins and aggressive tactics seeking more resources for AIDS treatment and prevention, in 1989. He and other ACT UP members formed the Treatment… Continue reading