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Area heroin overdoses increasing

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Law enforcement and health officials agree that it takes a multifaceted approach to make a difference in addressing substance abuse: Prevention, education, more treatment and enforcement. “You have to approach the drug problem on multiple fronts …
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New Prescription Drug Laws in Tennessee This Month in Effect

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The new limits apply to all dispensers of these medications, including pharmacies, dispensaries and mail-order programs located either in or out of Tennessee. “The law to limit the dispensing of some medications, which went … “Tennessee residents who …
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Hospitals attempt to cut repeat visitors

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Others are younger “dual eligibles” who qualify for Medicare and Medicaid and who often bounce from emergency room to emergency room, struggling with substance abuse, homelessness and related medical conditions. Still others have private health …
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