Teen ED visits: 1 in 10 due to opioid, sedative abuse

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Prescription drug abuse has reached epidemic proportions in the United States, accounting for approximately 1 million ED visits for related overdose, abuse and misuse in 2008, according to the CDC. To better understand the prevalence and …
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St. Mary's schools focus on drugs, teen driving

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People began wearing red ribbons as a symbol of commitment to raising awareness of the killing and other destruction that can be caused by drug use. This week, schools also acknowledged National Teen Driver Safety Week. The school system started its …
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Teen charged in fatal street racing crash remains free on bond

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A Lake County teen awaiting trial on charges related to an illegal street race that killed a 16-year-old Antioch girl was allowed to remain free on bond following treatment at a Lake Villa substance abuse program. However, Lake County Judge Victoria …
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