Don’t Let It Become an Addiction

Don’t Let It Become An Addiction


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Pain Management – Carrying The Torch
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But doctors say that the widespread abuse of highly addictive opioid prescription medications is complicating pain clinics' work. Abuse of and addiction to prescription medications such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Dilaudid are so prevalent that doctors …
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What's the best way to reduce addiction to painkillers?
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A new law, aimed at fighting "doctor shopping" for hydrocodone, an addictive opiate that is the main ingredient in many popular pain medications, took effect in New York state. The law elevates hydrocodone from a Class III to a Class II drug and …
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Girl's death prompts hard look at state's child welfare
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There also were no signs of abuse or neglect. The social workers agreed to continue to try to assist the family. About two weeks after the first visit, the tribal social worker learned that the parents weren't seeking help for their alcohol and drug …
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