Ohio sees record number of deaths from heroin

Ohio sees record number of deaths from heroin
A record number of Ohioans died from heroin-related overdoses in 2012, the state Department of Health said as it released the newest available figures for a problem that's been called an epidemic and a public health crisis. Sheriff: Strengthen …
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My parents, and I were in a crash and I lost my brother and I actually saw hem while dieing what should I do?

Question by : My parents, and I were in a crash and I lost my brother and I actually saw hem while dieing what should I do?
I was 10 years old I’m 12 years now now and one day I was in a U- Hal truck with my mom… Continue reading

Across region, drug take-backs out to save lives

Across region, drug take-backs out to save lives
Mazzarella also put out a request for more help from community members and organizations to prevent and heal drug addiction, as well as related problems like suicide. He said he constantly hears from parents who just found out their child has a… Continue reading

What Personality Might Have To Do With Drug Abuse Risk

What Personality Might Have To Do With Drug Abuse Risk
People with certain personality traits may be at increased risk for drug use problems, and studying personality may help researchers better understand and treat these problems, according to a new review. Many studies have attempted to link genes to the… Continue reading

Speakers share their journeys of a life impacted by addiction

Speakers share their journeys of a life impacted by addiction
The two speakers are involved in the Think About It campaign formed by the Medical Association of Georgia Foundation, which brings awareness to prescription drug abuse among teens. Co-chair of Think About It, Dallas Gay, spoke about his grandson …
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Unless Haslam Vetos It, Miscarriages are About to be Crimes

Unless Haslam Vetos It, Miscarriages are About to be Crimes
If you're thinking this will encourage drug-addicted pregnant women to go to rehab, Culp-Ressler points out, "Only 19 of the state's 177 addiction treatment facilities currently provide care for pregnant women, an issue that SB 1391 doesn't address …
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