Substance Abuse Early in Life May Be Linked to Lower Levels of Education
A study of more than six thousand twins finds a link between substance abuse early in life, and a decreased likelihood of finishing college. …
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Tennessee Law Requiring Drug Tests for Welfare Recipients Faces Questions
Tennessee’s new law requiring drug testing for welfare recipients, which Governor Bill Haslam said he will sign, faces constitutional questions, according to The Tennessean. …
As Summer Approaches, Experts Warn Alcohol is a Key Factor in Boating Accidents
Intoxication is a key factor in many boating accidents, experts say, as boating season gets underway. In Texas, almost 100 people died in boating accidents over the last three years, and alcohol use was the leading contributor, the Houston Chronicle reports. …
Treating Drug Use as Public Health Issue Could Lower Crime Rate: Report
A new government report suggests that treating drug use as a public health issue could lead to reduced crime rates. The annual report by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy finds illegal drugs play a central role in criminal acts. …
Medical Marijuana Advocates Encouraged by Primary in Oregon Attorney General Race
Medical marijuana was a key issue in this week’s Democratic primary race for Oregon Attorney General. A retired state judge who was supported by advocates of the issue defeated a former federal prosecutor who oversaw raids on medical marijuana growers. …
Fewer Teens and Young Adults Smoking
Fewer teenagers and young adults in the United States are smoking, a new government report finds. The drop can be attributed to several causes, including an increase in cigarette taxes, Bloomberg reports. …
Recovery Advocates to Be Recognized at National Event
Four activists and a grassroots community organization will be recognized for their work as recovery advocates by Faces & Voices of Recovery. The addiction recovery advocacy organization will present the awards Wednesday, June 27 in Washington, D.C. …
Cardinal Health Shipments Suspended Under Agreement with DEA
Drug wholesale company Cardinal Health said Tuesday it will suspend shipments of controlled substances from a warehouse in Florida for two years, under an agreement with the Drug Enforcement Administration. …
Colorado Lawmakers Reject Marijuana Blood Limit for Drivers
Colorado lawmakers on Tuesday rejected a bill that would have set a legal blood-level limit for the active ingredient in marijuana, THC. Currently convictions for drugged driving in the state depend on an officer’s observations, according to the Associated Press. …
