2012 Documentary Release – “Prescription Drug Epidemic: A Coalition’s Journey”
2012 Documentary Release – “Prescription Drug Epidemic: A Coalition’s Journey” – Documentary on a rural communities experience with the enormous surge in prescription drug deaths in Southwest Virginia. Appalachian Substance Abuse Coalition for Prevention Treatment & Recovery serving the Virginia counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Tazewell, Wise and Washington and the cities of Bristol and Norton, was developed in 2001 as a region’s response to this crisis. Hundreds of deaths have led to economic decline, higher than state average crime rates and the destruction of Southwest Virginia’s stronghold…the family. Understand the problems associated with prescription drug use and watch the pioneering strategies this coalition and its related communities implement. Drug deaths begin to decline as the coalition embraces their slogan, “Substance Abuse Prevention…its Our Community …its Our Responsibility.” The free documentary is available with a booklet to facilitate discussion with various populations such as coalitions, physicians, patients, employers, employees, students, parents, faith-based organizations and the general public. ASAC serves the Virginia Counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Tazewell, Washington, Wise & the City of Norton. Contact Lori-Gates-Addison, LCSW, PS at…. [email protected] for your FREE copy. The project was funded by a grant through the Virginia Office of the Attorney General. For more information on substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery resources in Southwest VA, go to the ASAC …
Officials gather in Austin to discuss prescription drug problems
Filed under: prescription drug addiction
The term “prescription drug diversion” broadly refers to the use of the substances — frequently painkillers, stimulants, depressants and anabolic steroids — from their prescribed intent. That can include situations such as patients with a legitimate …
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FDA issues draft guidance on abuse-deterrent opioids
Filed under: prescription drug addiction
The FDA continues to encourage the development of abuse-deterrent formulations of opioids and believes that these products have promise to help reduce prescription drug abuse. At the same time, the FDA remains committed to ensuring that patients with …
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New Public Service Announcement Warns Parents about Signs of Heroin Abuse
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The PSA, produced by the Nassau County, NY District Attorney's Office, being distributed to television stations across Kentucky along with other drug abuse prevention videos, including the winning Keep Kentucky Kids Safe prescription drug abuse …
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The Prescription Drug Addiction Epidemic: The Truth About Pain Pill Addiction http://t.co/dLroniHk – by ErrolDenton (Errol Denton)
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@LaLa_lozz haha needles and pills? I didn’t realize you had a heroine and prescription drug addiction? Somebody needs Jesus! And rehab! Haha – by TeeLaw7217 (Trenten Lawton)
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Wondering if a loved one has a prescription drug problem? Check out this list of warning signs. http://t.co/NX7UTPP6 – by TreatmentCOPB (The Treatment Center)