Substance Abuse Help Coming, but Is It Enough?
Substance Abuse Help Coming, But Is It Enough? – Millions of Americans will get new insurance coverage for addiction treatment next year, but the system may not be ready for the wave of new patients. (April…
Drug czar: Pot legalization won't change mission
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BALTIMORE (AP) — The nation's drug czar said Wednesday the legalization of marijuana in Washington state and Colorado won't change his office's mission of fighting the country's drug problem by focusing on addiction treatment that will be available …
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NH prepares for changes in addiction treatment
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CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Thousands of New Hampshire residents with drug and alcohol problems will become eligible for insurance coverage next year under the new health care overhaul, and providers and advocates are both optimistic about opportunities …
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Obamacare could overwhelm addiction services
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In a major break with the past, 3 million to 5 million people with drug and alcohol problems — from homeless drug addicts to working moms who drink too much — suddenly will become eligible for insurance coverage under the new health care overhaul …
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