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Fighting Drug Addiction With ‘Flash Jobs’ and High Fashion

Fighting Drug Addiction With ‘Flash Jobs’ and High Fashion
STOCKHOLM—Marie Teike is a fashion designer who manages a tailor shop at the Stockholms Stadsmission, the main charity in Sweden’s capital. One of her star pupils is Susi, a rail-thin, 50-something woman with a deeply lined face who can be found… Continue reading

Ohio to Require Reporting of Drug-Addicted Babies

Ohio to require reporting of drug-addicted babies
The measure is one of several aimed at reducing the state's prescription painkiller addiction epidemic. Supporters say tracking the number of drug-addicted babies will help the state monitor Ohio's progress in fighting drug addiction. The facilities …
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Outrage at Facebook Page Mocking Dundee Drug Addicts

Outrage at Facebook page mocking Dundee drug addicts
Dave continued: “People experience problems with drug and alcohol abuse and they need help and support. “It is a disgusting site and frankly embarrassing for our city, but it is an example of a small part of our community that stigmatises and… Continue reading

FDA Unveils First US Testing of Generic Drugs

FDA unveils first US testing of generic drugs
The research this year will focus on heart drugs, ADHD treatments, immunosuppressants, anti-seizure medicines and antidepressants. Results aren't yet available. Testing of generic drugs previously has been done … Among the academic centers to receive …
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Government Roles Towards Eradication of Drug Abuse/addiction?

Question by iwezor: government roles towards eradication of drug abuse/addiction?

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Answer by UpAtNight
AKA, the War on Drugs. It’s not working. And they are overzealous in trying to control the medical aspect of prescribing drugs for pain control. People who need it are not getting… Continue reading

I Have to Find Addiction Treatment Centers in Holtsville, New York, for People With Prescription Drug Addictio

Question by aja np: I have to find addiction treatment centers in Holtsville, New York, for people with prescription drug addictio
This is because my cousin is an ambien addict and I would like to help her get herself treated, if only by finding a treatment center for… Continue reading

Drug Addiction in Clacton “I’Ve Had a Gun Held to My Head”

Drug addiction in Clacton “I’ve had a gun held to my head”
Helena in Clacton tells Nicky Campbell how drug addiction has blighted her life. Six months since a report warned some resorts were becoming dumping grounds for the poor – a group which represents seaside councils told 5 live… Continue reading

Macklemore Gets Candid About Drug Addiction That Almost Ruined Music Career

Macklemore Gets Candid About Drug Addiction That Almost Ruined Music Career
In a new special for mtvU’s “Half of Us” campaign, the Seattle rapper gets candid about an addiction that almost ruined his music career. “[When] I actually drank for the first time, I was by myself,” Macklemore reveals, mapping… Continue reading

Macklemore Gets Candid About Drug Addiction That Almost Ruined Music Career

Macklemore Gets Candid About Drug Addiction That Almost Ruined Music Career
At the age of 30, Macklemore is a proud Grammy winner with a Platinum album and multiple hit singles, but five years ago he was still facing a dark battle with drugs. In a new special for mtvU’s “Half… Continue reading

Macklemore Gets Candid About Drug Addiction That Almost Ruined Music Career

Macklemore Gets Candid About Drug Addiction That Almost Ruined Music Career
At the age of 30, Macklemore is a proud Grammy winner with a Platinum album and multiple hit singles, but five years ago he was still facing a dark battle with drugs. In a new special for mtvU’s “Half… Continue reading