Drug News

METH – USA
Meth Awareness Meeting Informs Community – KFOX TV News

Although the County doesn’t consider it a huge problem, investigators say meth is here to stay.

METH – USA
Idaho teens see little to no risk of trying meth – KMVT TV News

A report released by the ‘Idaho Meth Project’ says that many teens see little or “no” risk in trying methamphetamine.

ALCOHOL – UK
Cleveland Addiction Agency and National Association Partner to Help Clergy Counsel the Children of Alcoholics – Earth Times

Recovery Resources, a nonprofit alcohol and drug treatment agency and the National Association of Children of Alcoholics (NACOA) have partnered to provide clergy and others involved in pastoral care with a free one-day training program.

METH – USA
Youth see meth ‘benefits’ – Idaho Press-Tribune
Experts say drug pushers are trying to make methamphetamine more appealing to young people by hyping its “quick-fix” qualities: an irresistible energy buzz and rapid weight loss.

METH – USA
Survey reveals teen attitudes toward methamphetamine – KBCI TV News

“Not even Once.” That’s the message behind graphic ads created by the Idaho Meth Project. The Idaho Meth Project hopes the new ads will convince young people not to use the highly addictive drug.

METH – UK
Idaho Meth Project Releases Results of Statewide Meth Use & Attitudes Survey – Earth Times
The Idaho Meth Project today released the results of a first-ever statewide survey examining the attitudes and behaviors that Idaho teens, young adults, and parents have toward methamphetamine.

METH – USA
Officials Push for Statewide Tracking for Meth – WOI News

Iowa’s drug czar is asking lawmakers to close a loophole in a state law that limits access to a key ingredient used in methamphetamine.

PRESCRIPTION – UK
Prescription ‘Mind Meds’ Pose Dangerous Threat to College Students – Earth Times

University students in America are turning to amphetamine-based prescription medications in overwhelming numbers to boost their focus, stay up late, and cram for finals.