Substance Abuse: Another Reason to Expand Medicaid, by Linda Saunders …

Substance abuse: another reason to expand Medicaid, by Linda Saunders …

Filed under: impacts of drug abuse

The impact of expanding Medicaid (and including the management of substance-use disorders for existing beneficiaries) on New Hampshire's alcohol and other drug epidemic cannot be overstated. Many individuals and families are struggling with … Read more on The Keene Sentinel

450 drug items discarded in 'safe box'

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The community, by working with the various partners are giving a clear sign to those involved with drugs that they do not want them on the streets or indeed the crimes that are often associated with drug use. "We will continue to monitor the impact of … Read more on U.TV

Drug use among teenagers has sextupled in past decade – Nathi Mthethwa

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Drugs and substance abuse has serious implications for millions of South Africans and contributes to crime, gangsterism, domestic violence, family dysfunction and other social problems. It not only has a negative impact on the health sector, but also … Read more on Politicsweb