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Prescription drug abuse climbing globally
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“The risk increases when people combine prescription medications with illegal drugs or alcohol,” she said. Pharmaceutically, abuse is defined as any inappropriate use of prescription medications other than as directed or as … “A pharmacist plays an …
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Weekly challenge: safety tips for ringing in the New Year
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It's also smart to know your limit and stop after two or three drinks even when spaced out over several hours, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Seek emergency medical attention if you or someone close to you …
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Prescription painkiller overdoses surpass 'street' drugs
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Although he did not have a history of drug or alcohol abuse, Cassidy tells TODAY, he developed a powerful addiction to painkillers. “It came out of nowhere,” Cassidy told TODAY's Mara Schiavocampo in a report broadcast Monday. Advertise | AdChoices …
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