Vernon Porter Senate Drug Caucus Hearing Testimony Washington DC 7/18/2012

Vernon Porter Senate Drug Caucus hearing testimony Washington DC 7/18/2012 – Vernon Porter Senate Drug Caucus hearing on prescription drug abuse

Review of the movie 'Flight' with Denzel Washington

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As with most addicts, Whip makes commitments to end his addiction 'cold turkey', but quickly he finds himself unable to resist the temptation of Vodka – his drink of choice. Addiction comes in many forms, sex, alcohol, shopping, smoking, drugs …
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Washington pot activists push for driving curbs to help pass bill

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Critics say the science around pot-impaired driving is not settled and the National Institute on Drug Abuse says more research is needed to understand pot's impact on driving. Under the Washington proposal, an average pot smoker would cross the limit …
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If Docs Abuse Drugs, Spouses Can Help Spot It

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WASHINGTON — Enlisting anesthesiologists' significant others to keep a watchful eye may help reduce substance abuse among their partners, researchers said here. About 85% of significant others — most of whom had been through a training program …
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