RALEIGH Drug overdoses in North Carolina surged in 2017 faster than every other state in the nation but one, as the potent and cheap fentanyl and its derivatives flooded the
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a 22 percent increase in drug overdose deaths in North Carolina last year, with
Release date: 5/15/2018 Lawsuit centers on the company’s role in creating and fueling the opioid crisis in NC (RALEIGH) – Attorney General Josh Stein today filed a lawsuit against drug
Overview Alcohol is the most widely misused substance among America’s youth. Consumption of alcohol by anyone under the age of 21, also known as underage drinking, remains a considerable public
SAMHSA addresses prescription drug misuse and abuse using a public health approach that includes early intervention, prevention, treatment, and recovery support services. Overview Prescription drug misuse and abuse is the
Revised January 2018 NOTE: This fact sheet discusses research findings on effective treatment approaches for drug abuse and addiction. If you’re seeking treatment, you can call the Substance Abuse and