Drug News

METH – USA
‘Meth’ destroys health of mind, body, community – American Air Force
Methamphetamine is a threat to the safety and health of communities around Air Force bases, but Drug Demand Reduction Program offices and local law enforcement agencies are stepping up to combat the threat.

METH – USA
Placer County Unveils Meth DVD – KCRA.com
Placer County officials on Monday unveiled a new weapon in the war on methampheatimine abuse — a new DVD.

ALCOHOL – USA
Dentists Sink Their Teeth Into Fighting Alcoholism, Patients Approve - Study Shows Most Feel Comfortable Discussing Drinking Habits With Their Dentist – Medical News Today
Addiction experts at MUSC say the link between oral cancer and heavy drinking makes dentists ideal sources of alcohol intervention.

ADDICTION – CHINA
China targets primary, middle school students to combat drug addiction
Drug addiction has increased by 54 per cent nationwide in the last seven years but China has achieved some success where it counts most, among primary and middle school students, a senior anti-drug official said on Monday.

ALCOHOL – PHILIPPINES
Alcohol intoxication or poisoning in kids – Sun Star Davao
ETHANOL is the common cause of alcohol intoxication or poisoning. It is mostly present in alcoholic beverages, over the counter medications and cold preparations.