Molly, New Illegal Drug, Begins to Infiltrate Twin Cities

Published October 6, 2013

Molly, new illegal drug, begins to infiltrate Twin Cities

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Dan Moren, assistant special agent in charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration's Minneapolis office, says the often-unknown composition of Molly can make fatal overdoses more common and make emergency diagnoses and treatment difficult. … in the …
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To Cut Abuse, FDA Is Altering Painkiller Label Rules

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WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday announced changes to the labeling requirements for long-acting painkillers, in a further effort to curb prescription drug abuse, which has been on the rise in recent years. Agency officials said …
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Hazelden, with Naples location, and Betty Ford plan merger

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Insurance carriers offering plans on online marketplaces for the uninsured to buy plans are required to provide essential health benefits, which includes mental health and substance abuse treatment services. … Going forward, Hazelden will have four …
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