Crapping Out in New York: 2.0
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"Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Problem Gambling," the hearing conducted last December by the NYS Assembly Committee on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, informs on that crisis. Some factoids from the expert testimony: up to 1 million New …
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OAS says drug decriminalization should be an option
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"An addict is a chronically ill person who should not be punished … but adequately treated. While it is not possible to radically change the treatment of addicts overnight, at least transitional methods should be begun, such as drug courts …
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OxyContin abuse: can it be slowed?
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Meaning, they're no longer exhibiting drug-seeking behavior. With pain medicine clinics being shut down and pharmacies not stocking certain dosages anymore, there will be a need for more addiction treatment options. Reuter hopes the Affordable Care Act …
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