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Alcohol & Drug Trends

• Is Medical Marijuana “Good” Medicine?

  (October 20, 2017)

  (Fall 2017) Medical marijuana is becoming more readily available, but the question remains as to whether it is actually effective in decreasing chronic pain. Researchers recently reviewed data to explore […]

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• Car Accidents Increase in Marijuana States

  (October 20, 2017)

  (Fall 2017) New data found that auto collisions increased 3% in Colorado, Oregon and Washington— all states that have approved recreational marijuana. The Highway Loss Data Institute claimed these additional […]

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• Businesses Can Now Determine Losses Due to Substance Abuse

  (June 23, 2017)

  (Summer 2017) Over 20 million Americans are afflicted with a substance use disorder (SUD) – and 75% of these individuals are employed. However, most businesses are not fully aware of […]

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• New Deadly Opioid Combo Responsible for Fatalities in Ohio & Southern States

  (June 23, 2017)

  (Summer 2017) “Gray death,” a blend of fentanyl, carfentanil, heroin and a man-made opioid named U-47700, is suspected as the cause of deaths in Ohio, Alabama and Georgia. Fentanyl alone […]

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• Doctors Work to Reduce Stigma, Increase Treatment for Substance Use Disorders

  (June 23, 2017)

  (Summer 2017) The American College of Physicians (ACP) recently declared substance use disorders (SUDs) to be chronic medical conditions. As such, the organization advocates for the expansion of care for […]

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