Strategic Goal 15: Substance Abuse Treatment

Published December 19, 2012

Strategic Goal 15: Substance Abuse Treatment – Maryland ranks in the top one-third of states in terms of substance abuse addiction, a problem which contributes to a range of public health and safety concerns. To address these concerns, the O’Malley-Brown Administration has set a goal and is implementing a plan to expand access to substance abuse services in Maryland by 25% by the end of 2012. For more information, visit: www.statestat.maryland.gov

Lexington doctor starts program to treat pregnant addicts

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Dr. Jeremy Corbett is the medical director of the Kentucky Spirit Health Plan, one of the state's Medicaid managed care companies that identifies pregnant moms addicted to narcotics. (Dec. 17, 2012) / Tim Webb, Special … “The real meat and potatoes …
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Opioid painkiller debate set for Feb. 7 – SFGate

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Regulators will reopen debate over opioid painkillers next year as the government considers ways to reconcile the needs of patients suffering chronic ailments with the risks of addiction and recreational drug use. The Food and Drug Administration plans …
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