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A Global Regime to Decriminalize Drugs In a recent report by the Global Commission on Drug Policy, there is an appeal for ending both the civil and criminal penalties of substance abuse as well as drug possession. An agreement has been dually made between the United Nations and...
“When beggars die, there are no comets seen; The heavens themselves blaze forth the death of princes.” William Shakespeare – Julius Caesar The sudden, tragic death of pop legend Prince left much of the world crestfallen. It was especially painful given the details that Prince died of an...
Alcohol Awareness Month Alcohol Awareness Month, started by the NCADD in 1987, works to reduce the stigma around alcoholism through media, awareness campaigns, events, and programs all over the United States. The goal is to correctly educate the public on the disease of alcoholism and increase...
Overnight Success, Overnight Stress Tim Allen is one of America’s most beloved TV stars. He influenced a generation with his role of Tim “The Tool-Man” Taylor on the show Home Improvement. But for Tim Allen sober was the last road left for him to take. A passionate...
Section 35 Aids in Addiction Intervention As of Sunday, April 24, 2016, the state of Massachusetts passed a new law that helps the fight against addiction. The new law, known as Section 35, from Chapter 123 allows the court systems more freedom to determine the severity...
The FDA has approved the first 3D printed object that is allowed for human consumption, and what it is might shock you. The prescription pill called Spritam is made by a pharmaceutical company named Aprecia. The medication is used to treat epilepsy in children and adults, and Aprecia...
Portugal decriminalized drug possession in 2001. What were the consequences? Fewer overdoses. They decided that rather then sending addicts to jail and giving them a criminal record that will follow them around, it would give them a small fine and send them to a treatment center. This is the...
Doctors in Australia are starting to push for the legalization of the pure form of Ecstasy or MDMA. The idea behind legalization is, if the drug is regulated, it is less likely to have negative effects. Melbourne pharmacist Joshua Donelly and Doctor David Penington are saying...