Could New Hepatitis C Drugs Bust State Budgets?
Could new hepatitis C drugs bust state budgets?
For example, it could advise that only those patients showing signs of cirrhosis should receive the new drugs, and that the remainder could use the old medications or wait for the next generation of hepatitis C drugs to reach the market, presumably at …
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Stunning rise in drug deaths puts new focus on treatment
Walsh's proposal is straightforward. Drug prevention and treatment services provided by the Boston Public Health Commission would be folded into the new Office of Recovery Services. The new office, in turn, would concentrate on helping addicts navigate …
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'Pills to Heroin' Session Details Drugs' Impact
Shim also explained New Jersey's new Overdose Prevention Act. The law, which took effect last year, provides legal protection for those who might be in violation of drug laws while attempting to help a drug overdose victim. … Donna Verdade, member of …
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Afghanistan’s growing number of child drug addicts — An opium rehabilitation clinic in Afghanistan helps mothers and children get back on their feet after years of addiction. Duration: 02:36.
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