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When Dentists Act as Drug Dealers
July 22, 2009 – 8:00 am

Kenny Morrison was a top chef at a trendy Los Angeles restaurant, often serving dinner to Hollywood stars. He lived in a beachfront home and generally loved life. But after he became addicted to pain …

Painkiller Patch Can Lead to Dangerous Addiction
May 17, 2009 – 9:00 am
Painkiller Patch Can Lead to Dangerous Addiction

In 2005, morphine patches were introduced in Norway in the hopes of reducing the use and abuse of painkillers. However, researchers have found that the patches are often used incorrectly, which can lead to addiction.
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Illegal Adderall Use Increasing as “Study Drug”
May 10, 2009 – 2:56 pm
Illegal Adderall Use Increasing as “Study Drug”

While Adderall is routinely used to treat those suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), more and more people are finding that it also works to help boost endurance during tough days.
A prescription amphetamine, most …

Database Technology Ineffective in War on Prescription Drug Abuse
May 2, 2009 – 4:54 pm
Database Technology Ineffective in War on Prescription Drug Abuse

The “War on Drugs” used to focus on those hard-core street drugs such as heroin, cocaine, and ecstasy. Now, those charged with trying to keep these drugs off the streets are finding that they no …

Prescription Drug Abuse on the Rise in Senior Citizens
April 22, 2009 – 1:24 pm

Over the past three decades, adults and children have been increasingly exposed to regular prescription drug use. Medications are routinely prescribed for ailments that range from minor to serious and everything in between. Unfortunately, many …

Deaths from Prescription Drug Overdoses Eclipsing Deaths from Illegal Drugs
April 17, 2009 – 1:06 pm

The danger associated with prescription drug abuse is one that has been receiving increased attention as of late, but the toll it is taking in the country continues to rise. Outlook Online reported the results …

Facts about Oxycontin
April 10, 2009 – 2:50 pm

Oxycontin is a narcotic pain reliever that is only available with a prescription. In recent years, this drug has become a commonly abused one because of the effects that it produces within the human body. …