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4-18-2019

Featured News: Family Involvement Key to Success of Teen Substance Use Treatment

Family involvement is a key component to success in treatment for teen substance use disorder, according to a review of recent research by an expert at the Center on Addiction.

Prosecutors Charge 60 People with Illegally Prescribing, Distributing Opioids

The Justice Department on Wednesday announced 53 medical professionals and seven other individuals have been charged in connection with allegedly illegally prescribing and distributing opioids and other dangerous narcotics.

Kratom Caused 91 Overdose Deaths During 18-Month Period: CDC

The herbal supplement kratom led to 91 overdoses between July 2016 and December 2017, according to a new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Rate of Positive Employee Drug Tests Continues to Climb

The rate of positive workforce drug tests is the highest it has been since 2004, according to an analysis by the drug testing lab Quest Diagnostics.

FDA Reprimands Walmart, Convenience Store Chains for Selling Tobacco to Minors

The Food and Drug Administration reprimanded Walmart, Kroeger, 7-Eleven and other chain stores for selling tobacco products to minors, CNBC reports.

Harm Reduction Strategies to Reduce Opioid Deaths Gain Traction in Southern States

Harm reduction strategies to reduce opioid-related deaths are gaining traction in southern states, according to Stateline.