Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) on the Rise Due to Prescription Drug Abuse
When a baby is in utero, drugs that the mother takes can pass through the placenta and reach the developing fetus.
Cocaine Abuse Linked to Brain Aging
A new study out, however, says that chronic cocaine use can speed up the aging process of the brain, an issue that affects both quality of life and life span.
Pharmacist Accused of Running Pill Mill Out of Pharmacy
In Volusia County, Florida, Michael Lomangino, a pharmacist, has been charged with stealing prescription medications from the pharmacy that employed him and then reselling those pills on the black market.
Is Medical Marijuana Causing Addiction in Our Kids?
Colorado Attorney General John Suthers thinks so. He recently wrote a report outlining all the problems related to medical marijuana and how access to legal marijuana for anyone has led to an epidemic of marijuana abuse among teenagers and young adults.
Mexico Patents Heroin Addiction Vaccine
Mexico announced that it had secured the patent on a vaccine against heroin addiction. Though it will take about five years worth of studies and tests before it is ready to use on humans, the hope is that this will mean great strides in the fight against opiate addiction in the country and around the world.
Jamar Rogers Inspires Crystal Meth Addiction Recovery on ‘The Voice’
A 29-year-old singer overcame more than just competition to get the attention of judges on the reality singing competition show on NBC, The Voice. Jamar Rogers worked through homelessness, crystal meth addiction, and HIV before he ended up on the stage singing for Cee Lo Green, Christina Aguilera, and Adam Levine.
One Glass of Alcohol a Day Increases Breast Cancer Risk in Women
A review of research published in the journal Alcohol and Alcoholism serves as a reminder that women need to be careful with the amount of alcohol they consume on a regular basis – it may have a negative impact on their chances for developing breast cancer.
Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O’Neal’s Son Making Progress in Drug Treatment
O’Neal, the son of the late actress Farrah Fawcett and film star Ryan O’Neal has had a long and sordid history with drug abuse. He was even in jail due to his drug issues when his mother was ill and passed from cancer.
Teen Mom 2 Chelsea Houska Says She’s Not Addicted to Ambien and Alcohol
When you’re in the spotlight, rumors fly fast and hard, and reality TV stars like Chelsea Houska of Teen Mom 2 are learning that the hard way.
Lesbian Couples’ Fight Over Heroin Addiction Ends in Death
It’s not uncommon for heroin addiction to tear couples apart. Whether both are using or just one person, it’s difficult to remain functional and communicative when heroin is a part of the picture.