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NC Attorney General announces student contest to combat prescription drug
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Deadly New Drug Raising Concerns in WNC

Deadly new drug raising concerns in WNC
ASHEVILLE — Local law enforcement and public health workers are learning more about a powerful synthetic drug, up to five times more potent than heroin, that is linked to dozens of deaths in the Northeast. The drug … “We're probably not the only… Continue reading

MCO's Still Cautious About Merger Plans

MCO's still cautious about merger plans
Wos said including a role for three to four MCOs “is a realistic and achievable plan that puts patients first, helps create a sustainable Medicaid program, and builds on what we have in North Carolina.” CenterPoint, based in Winston-Salem, has been …
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Family's Bid for Experimental Drug Goes Viral

Family's bid for experimental drug goes viral
RALEIGH, N.C. – An obscure Durham drug company is facing a barrage of unwanted national attention for refusing to donate potentially lifesaving drugs to a 7-year-old boy who is gravely ill. Chimerix, a company with no products on the market, has spent …… Continue reading

Addicted to Drugs-No Insurance-What to Do?

Question by Jewel: Addicted to drugs-No insurance-What to do?
My niece is addicted to drugs and has no health insurance for rehab. We don’t know of any options for her. Any suggestions?

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Answer by Miz D
The Salvation Army runs some drug and alcohol addition rehab programs. Here’s… Continue reading

'You'Re Playing With a Loaded Gun:' NC Heroin Use on the Rise

'You're playing with a loaded gun:' NC heroin use on the rise
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Heroin addiction is on the rise across the nation and in North Carolina, according to law enforcement and health experts, who say the recent death of Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman is a reminder… Continue reading