Son's Overdose Makes San Ramon Woman a Tireless Crusader

Son's overdose makes San Ramon woman a tireless crusader

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… prescription drug abuse: A growing menace. SAN RAMON — Blindsided by the death of her 21-year-old son, Joey, from a combination of prescription drugs and alcohol in 2009, April Rovero has since made it her mission to help other parents avoid the …
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Your Comments on tougher hydrocodone rules: 'What about the people who are …

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Charles Schumer says he wants to strengthen restrictions on prescribing hydrocodone to fight what he said is growing abuse of prescription drugs in the Syracuse area. Speaking Monday at Crouse Hospital's Marley Education Center in Syracuse, Schumer, …
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Chris Treadway: Eclectic music and art coming up in West County; El Cerrito …

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Albany police took in more than 180 pounds of unwanted or expired drugs at the no questions asked event at the Albany Senior Center. El Cerrito police received 95.3 pounds of unwanted meds at the vacant lot next to the police station on San Pablo …
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