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Join Together is a collaboration of the Boston University School of Public Health and The Partnership at Drugfree.org, dedicated to advancing effective drug and alcohol policy, prevention and treatment. Learn more.
Time for Recovery’s Close Up
Today’s media may accurately depict addiction. But it fails to tell the whole story, shares Kelly O'Rourke Johns, former editorial director of Renew magazine.
Backers of Colorado Ballot Proposal Urge Voters to “Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol”
Backers of a ballot proposal in Colorado to legalize possession of small amounts of marijuana are urging voters to “regulate marijuana like alcohol,” The New York Times reports.
Internet Piracy Bill Could Help Shut Down Illegal Online Pharmacies
An Internet piracy bill that has stalled in Congress could help authorities shut down illegal online pharmacies, according to ABC News.
Federal Judge Won’t Delay Order in Lawsuit Against Tobacco Industry
A federal judge said this week she will not delay an order in a longstanding lawsuit against tobacco manufacturers while other courts decide newer cases that challenge graphic cigarette warning labels and restrictions on tobacco marketing.
Study Finds No Link Between Autism and Mother’s Smoking During Pregnancy
A mother’s smoking during pregnancy does not appear to increase the risk that her child will develop autism, a new study concludes. Previous studies on the possible connection have produced mixed results.
Google Drug Sales Settlement Involved Evidence Obtained in Sting Operation
Google’s $500 million settlement with the U.S. government over allegations the company aided illegal online drug sales involved evidence the government obtained during a sting operation, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Hosts of Off-Campus College Parties Drink More Than Their Guests
Hosts of off-campus college parties drink more and engage in more alcohol-related problem behaviors than their guests, a new study suggests. The researchers found that hosts of on-campus parties tend to drink less than their guests.
Two States Weighing Bills to Require Doctors to Access Drug Monitoring Databases
New York and Tennessee are considering bills that would require doctors to access drug monitoring databases every time they write a prescription for a controlled substance, according to American Medical News.
Active-Duty Military and Veterans Prone to Substance Abuse, Depression and Suicide
Three new studies show active-duty military personnel and veterans are prone to substance abuse, depression and suicide.
Report Calls on Government to Evaluate, Coordinate Education on Prescription Drug Abuse
A report by the Government Accountability Office calls on federal agencies to do a better job of coordinating and assessing the effectiveness of programs to educate prescribers and the public about prescription drug abuse.
