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New Hampshire in the Grips of Heroin 'epidemic'
New Hampshire in the grips of heroin 'epidemic'
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Some states, including New Hampshire, are reporting a rise in heroin use as many addicts shift from more costly and harder-to-get prescription opiates to this cheaper alternative. A look at what's happening in New Hampshire:
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Collision Course: Teen Addiction Epidemic / www.PathwayToPrevention.org – http://www.pathwaytoprevention.org/ Teen drug addiction has a devastating effect on our youth, their families and our community. Teens drop out of school, th…
Heroin's Toll: Minnesota Sees Dramatic Rise in Number of Heroin-Related Deaths Since 1999
Heroin's toll: Minnesota sees dramatic rise in number of heroin-related deaths since 1999
MINNEAPOLIS — Some states, including Minnesota, are reporting a rise in heroin use as many addicts shift from more costly and harder-to-get prescription opiates to this cheaper alternative.
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Heroin use, treatment on rise in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Some states, including Indiana, are reporting a rise in heroin use as many addicts shift from more costly and harder-to-get prescription opiates to this cheaper alternative. A look at what's happening in Indiana: THE PROBLEM: The Drug Enforcement Administration office in Indianapolis said it …
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Massachusetts: 4 months and 185 heroin deaths
BOSTON (AP) — Gov. Deval Patrick has declared a public health emergency in Massachusetts with a sharp increase in heroin overdoses and opioid addiction. Numerous states are reporting a rise in heroin use as many addicts shift from more costly and harder-to-get prescription opiates to this cheaper alternative. A look at what’s happening in Massachusetts:
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Heroin Spreads Misery in US
Heroin spreads misery in US
In Butler County, Ohio, heroin overdose calls are so common that the longtime EMS coordinator likens the situation to "coming in and eating breakfast — you just kind of expect it to occur." A local rehab facility has a six-month wait. One school …
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Parents protest against clinic for drug addicts in Deer Park
The office treats patients who are addicted to opiates, like heroin. Doctors write prescriptions to help patients experiencing withdraw symptoms but do not dispense medications. A sign indicates they don't have any medications on the premises, but …
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A Look at Heroin Use, Deaths in Some US States
A look at heroin use, deaths in some US states
In and around Cleveland, heroin-related overdoses killed 195 people last year, shattering the previous record. Some Ohio police chiefs say heroin is easier for kids to get than beer. In Missouri, admissions to treatment programs for heroin addiction rose 700 percent in the past two decades. In Massachusetts, state police say at least 185 people have died from suspected heroin overdoses in the …
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Connecticut rise in heroin use 'unlike anything'
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Numerous states, including Connecticut, are reporting a rise in heroin use as many addicts shift from more costly and harder-to-get prescription opiates to this cheaper alternative. A look at what's happening in Connecticut:
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Heroin Use, Treatment on Rise in Indiana – WLFI.com
Heroin use, treatment on rise in Indiana – WLFI.com
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Heroin use, treatment on rise in Indiana
WLFI.com INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Some states, including Indiana, are reporting a rise in heroin use as many addicts shift from more costly and harder-to-get prescription opiates to this cheaper alternative. A look at what's happening in Indiana: THE PROBLEM: The … Snapshot of heroin use, deaths in 26 states, including Louisiana Heroin use in Tennessee |
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Increase in heroin use hasn’t yet reached South Dakota – Rapid City Journal
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Increase in heroin use hasn't yet reached South Dakota
Rapid City Journal U.S. Attorney Brendan Johnson said South Dakota has dealt with its share of prescription drug abuse cases, and nationwide trends show a strong connection between prescription drug use and heroin use. "We know it's a significant problem in the U.S.," … |
A Look at Heroin Use, Deaths in Some US States
A look at heroin use, deaths in some US states
In and around Cleveland, heroin-related overdoses killed 195 people last year, shattering the previous record. Some Ohio police chiefs say heroin is easier for kids to get than beer. In Missouri, admissions to treatment programs for heroin addiction rose 700 percent in the past two decades. In Massachusetts, state police say at least 185 people have died from suspected heroin overdoses in the …
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A look at heroin use, deaths, treatment numbers in some US states
In and around Cleveland, heroin-related overdoses killed 195 people last year, shattering the previous record. Some Ohio police chiefs say heroin is easier for kids to get than beer. In Missouri, admissions to treatment programs for heroin addiction rose 700 percent in the past two decades.
Heroin Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results