Study Cites Military Hospitals Over Substance Abuse
Study cites military hospitals over substance abuse – A new study finds military doctors wrote nearly 3.8 million prescriptions for pain relievers in 2009 – more than four times the number written in 2001. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on the problem of military substance abuse that is reaching epidemic proportions.
Abuse of prescription drugs remains a common problem
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Ramsey County, Minn., to help vets in criminal trouble
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County officials say some veterans suffer collateral consequences from serving in the military, including post-traumatic stress disorder, or drug abuse and alcoholism. Sometimes, these stressors lead to criminal behavior. Choi says the initiative will …
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NDLEA Seizes 4107.59kg Of
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He restated the commitment of the command to end illicit drug trafficking and abuse in the state. “The command is not relenting in its resolve to continue with the fight against illicit drugs in the society,'' he said. He called on all stakeholders in …
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