Prescription Drugs 'orphan' Children in Eastern Kentucky

Prescription drugs 'orphan' children in eastern Kentucky

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At the time, Watkins says that he and his mother had been estranged for years because of her prescription-drug addiction. His father had … One way UNITE helps is by educating and counseling children who are having problems at home related to addiction.
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Heroin deaths rise as crackdown on prescription drug abuse succeeds

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As efforts to crack down on the abuse of prescription drugs have worked, a new problem has emerged, with addicts who can no longer get their fix by popping pills turning to the old-fashioned street drug heroin, health and law enforcement officials say …
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Minnesota Tribes See Prescription Drug Use Leading to Heroin Addiction

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In addition to prevention, education and treatment is critical. People with prescription drug addiction who get into treatment programs have a good chance of recovery. The other key to solving this crisis is community collaboration. Just as the people …
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