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Substance abuse diagnoses increasing in US – Fox News
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Substance abuse diagnoses increasing in US Fox News Possibly driven by a surge in painkiller abuse, the number of drug and alcohol problems diagnosed by U.S. doctors increased by 70 percent between 2001 and 2009, according to new research. "We know that increases in prescription drug use are a big part … and more »

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Drug and alcohol problems in US rose by 70% over past decade: study – GlobalPost
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Drug and alcohol problems in US rose by 70% over past decade: study GlobalPost Not only had the number of reported doctor visits involving drug or alcohol abuse increased from 10.6 million between 2001 and 2003 to 18 million between 2007 and 2009, the number of visits including a diagnosis of opioid painkiller abuse rose six-fold. More Addictions Treated with Drug TherapyMedPage Today all 4 news articles »

Substance abuse diagnoses increasing in US – Reuters
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Substance abuse diagnoses increasing in US Reuters NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Possibly driven by a surge in painkiller abuse, the number of drug and alcohol problems diagnosed by U.S. doctors increased by 70 percent between 2001 and 2009, according to new research. "We know that increases in … and more »

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B-BP HS Red Ribbon Week Warns Against Drug, Alcohol Abuse – Patch.com
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NorthJersey.com

B-BP HS Red Ribbon Week Warns Against Drug, Alcohol Abuse Patch.com The resident SADD club, which stands for Students Against Destructive Decisions, plans a week each year in order to raise awareness about the repercussions of abusing drugs and alcohol. SADD's various projects are driven by a need to inform teens about … YOUTH FIRST: Model responsible behavior in relation to alcohol and drugsEvansville Courier & Press District prepares for Red Ribbon WeekOdessa American South Bend fighting drug & alcohol abuse with Red Ribbon WeekFox 28 Marietta Times –Valley Sun –Grand Island Independent all 157 news articles »

Alcoholism creates painful legacy for siblings – Tulsa World
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Alcoholism creates painful legacy for siblings Tulsa World Dear Amy: My mother was an alcoholic for many years. She wreaked havoc on my life (and my brother's) in ways she doesn't even recognize or remember. My father's desire to "keep the peace" in his own life enabled this behavior, even though he was a … and more »

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A recovering alcoholic reflects on ‘Chilly Willy’s’ death – CL Charlotte
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CBS Local

A recovering alcoholic reflects on 'Chilly Willy's' death CL Charlotte I was raised in Charlotte and lacked nothing growing up. Having gone off to college for further education, academically and socially, marriage was the next logical step. With a job secured in the family business, a new wife and soon two beautiful … Remembering 'Chilly Willy:' Memorial Event At Whiskey WarehouseCBS Local Local Homeless Man Known As Chilly Willy Dies After Being Struck By CarFOX Charlotte all 16 news articles »

‘Smashed’ tackles alcoholic relationships – Boston Globe
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The Atlantic

'Smashed' tackles alcoholic relationships Boston Globe In “Smashed,” an alcoholic couple —Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Aaron Paul as Kate and Charlie Hannah — have their marriage tested when one of them decides to stop drinking. It's a movie about alcoholism made by a director and starring actors who … 'Smashed' takes a different approach to tale of alcoholismKansas City Star Learning to get 'Smashed'Minneapolis Star Tribune 'Smashed,' a sobering view of alcoholismSacramento Bee HollywoodChicago.com –Big Hollywood –Diamondback Online all 87 news articles »

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THIS TWEETER GOT ME WRONG – SENATOR McGOVERN was an advocate to … – Gretawire (blog)
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THIS TWEETER GOT ME WRONG – SENATOR McGOVERN was an advocate to … Gretawire (blog) This tweeter apparently thinks I was saying Senator McGovern was an alcoholic. That is NOT what I meant or said — I meant that he was a leader to help fight alcoholism. I also pointed out what he did in WW2 — he was a bomber with 33 (?) missions in …

Learning to get ‘Smashed’ – Minneapolis Star Tribune
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Minneapolis Star Tribune

Learning to get 'Smashed' Minneapolis Star Tribune 'Smashed," opening in the Twin Cities area Friday, features a career-making performance by Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Kate, a girl-next-door alcoholic. James Ponsoldt's indie drama boasts an impressive ensemble, with "Breaking Bad's" Emmy-winner … 'Smashed' takes a different approach to tale of alcoholismKansas City Star 'Smashed,' a sobering view of alcoholismSacramento Bee Mary Elizabeth Winstead is Emotionally Wrecked in 'Smashed'HollywoodChicago.com North County Times –Big Hollywood –Diamondback Online all 86 news articles »

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Women twice as likely to die from alcoholism – VOXXI
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Women twice as likely to die from alcoholism VOXXI Women who are alcoholics are five times as likely to die when compared to women who are not alcoholics, and men who suffer from alcoholism are twice as likely to die when compared to men who are not alcoholics. These are the main results of a 14-year …

County Attorney: Alcohol is county’s #1 abused drug responsible for 99 percent … – County 10
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County Attorney: Alcohol is county's #1 abused drug responsible for 99 percent … County 10 “Ninety nine percent of all the crime in the county is alcohol-related,” Varn said. “It is the number one abused drug here.” Hornecker agreed, and said while drugs and the economy may be factors, “it all starts with alcohol.” Hornecker also noted that …

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Prohibition still fails; yes on I-502 – The Wenatchee World Online
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THE Weed Blog

Prohibition still fails; yes on I-502 The Wenatchee World Online Abuse of these substances is harmful. We have all seen it with our own eyes. But how can the law stop it? Did Prohibition reduce alcohol abuse, make it less costly to society, protect youth, reduce crime and corruption? No. Prohibition of alcohol is … Washington marijuana legalization initiative pitches campaign to Joe Six-packOregonLive.com all 34 news articles »