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Investigators Point to Shortfalls After Sierra Tucson Suicide

Published April 1, 2014

Investigators point to shortfalls after Sierra Tucson suicide
Despite multiple Sierra Tucson staffers being aware of the call, investigators said it was not properly documented in the patient's medical record, his risk level was not reassessed nor was his treatment… Continue reading →

Employers Can Fire You for Using Marijuana, but Brandon Coats' Case Could …

Published March 31, 2014

Employers Can Fire You For Using Marijuana, But Brandon Coats' Case Could …
Because marijuana remains illegal on the federal level, employers can fire a medical marijuana patient who fails a drug test, even in states where it's legal for… Continue reading →

Cocaine-Filled Condoms Were Destined for Vatican, Police Say

Published March 30, 2014

Cocaine-Filled Condoms Were Destined For Vatican, Police Say
German customs officials intercepted a shipment of cocaine destined for the Vatican in January, weekly Bild am Sonntag reported Sunday. Officers at …. The daughter reportedly received severe burns from exposure… Continue reading →

Women Who Sought Treatment for Drug Addiction at Caron Treatment Centers …

Published March 30, 2014

Women Who Sought Treatment for Drug Addiction at Caron Treatment Centers …
WERNERSVILLE, Pa., March 5, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Heroin and prescription drug addiction are on the rise among affluent women, reveals a new survey from Caron Treatment Centers, a… Continue reading →

Shocking Video Shows the Devastating Physical Toll Drugs Take

Published March 29, 2014

Shocking video shows the devastating physical toll drugs take
… eating will see number continue to rise. The mug shots show the physical effects that drug abuse can have on someone's body, including dramatic weight gain or weight loss, tooth… Continue reading →

Smartphone App Aids Recovering Alcoholics