A Terrifying Experience of Prescription Drug and Alcohol Abuse – Certified Drug Rehab in California

A Terrifying Experience of Prescription Drug and Alcohol Abuse – Certified Drug Rehab in California – Susie was found by her step-son after taking Valium and drinking alcohol. She describes the surreal and terrifying feeling of being a drug addict and looking…

Cholesterol-lowering statins more widely recommended in US

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… the content of external links.) Cholesterol-lowering statins drug could be prescribed to more American adults under new guidelines, raising questions about overprescribing, a Canadian expert says. … has studied statin prescribing. Green welcomes …
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Ex-teacher gets suspended sentences for prescription drug abuse

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Todd also ordered her to continue receiving drug abuse treatment. Murray pleaded guilty in August to three felony counts of fraudulently obtaining dangerous drugs and one … Before Todd's sentence, Deputy Yellowstone County Attorney Victoria Callender …
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When It's "Okay" to Use Drugs While Pregnant

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They feel my story stigmatizes women who use methadone or prescription drugs during pregnancy. That women are advised to use methadone to treat addiction during pregnancy. Having seen these sweet little babies suffer, I just couldn't believe it. But I …
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J&J's .2 Billion Settlement Won't Stop Big Pharma's Addiction To Off-Label Sales

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The potential to reach this larger market led to a campaign by a J&J subsidiary to promote the drug to doctors for the treatment of dementia and other psychological disorders, according to federal prosecutors. In its pursuit of J&J, the government …
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