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Bainbridge principals attack troubling spike in student drug, alcohol use

(KOMO News, Nov. 5) Eighteen students were placed on suspension already compared to six last year, all year. 

Teen Use of Opioids Linked to Marijuana

(Live Science, Nov. 7) A new survey shows a link between the use of marijuana (cannabis) and prescription painkiller abuse. 

Teen drug use on the rise in Charlotte

Treatment center sees spike in cold medicine abuse

(The Bulletin, Nov. 4) Teens and children experiment with cold medicine as drug abuse because they think it's safe.

Teenage abuse of drugs a worry

(Jackson Hole News & Guide, Oct. 26) Trends in drug use have changed drastically in the past several years.

Aiming to curb drug abuse, new program will teach teens the science of addiction

(Washington Post, Oct. 25) It will show teens the dangers by showing them the science.

More Children Are Being Poisoned By Prescription Opioids

(NPR, Oct. 31) Children being hospitalized for opioid poisoning has skyrocketed in recent years.

How to talk to teens about drug use during Halloween season

(Fairport-East Rochester Post, Oct. 21) Talking to your teen is the best way to be involved in their lives and don't be afraid to ask tough questions.

Drug Take-Back Events This Month Net 423 Pounds of Medications

(Riverhead Local, Oct. 24) During the DEA National Take-Back initiative, one community collected 307 pounds of medication. 

Rise in Deaths From Synthetic Drug \"Pink\" Seen Across Country, Including Florida

(NBC Miami, Oct. 19) A drug called Pink is causing a rise in overdose deaths nationwide.