Prescription Drug Abuse Dangerous, Even Fatal

Prescription drug abuse dangerous, even fatal
When a drug is purchased from a pharmacist, and not a street corner, there’s a temptation to think it is perfectly safe. But a recent report from a national nonprofit group shows prescription drugs, particularly painkillers, cause more fatal overdoses than … drug abuse washington d.c. – Bing News

Drop in Illicit Drug Use in Cities, Uptick in Prescription Drug Abuse
MONDAY, Oct. 15 (HealthDay News) — Illicit drug use has declined in most large U.S. cities in recent years, but prescription drug abuse has increased, a new study shows. Researchers analyzed data on drug-abuse related visits to emergency departments in 11 … drug abuse washington d.c. – Bing News