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John Munro calls for better education and enforcement regarding prescription drug abuse. -CBC News

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Bridgewater man charged with prescription drug trafficking – Chronicle Herald

A Bridgewater man who had a young man fatally overdose in his apartment and then lost his girlfriend to drugs has been charged with trafficking a prescription medication. Kevin Leroy Wheaton, 47, is due to appear in Bridgewater provincial court on Nov. 7. The charge came after a 10-month investigation by Bridgewater Police Service with help… Continue reading Bridgewater man charged with prescription drug trafficking – Chronicle Herald

Radio Interviews

Kristin Dowlings Interview On CBC Info A.M. – Life After Prescription Drug Addiction , Diversion , and Dealing

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Facts & Data

Report & Recommendations of the Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions Strategy April 23rd 2012

Addictions Services What we heard: Currently, access to addictions services is voluntary, respecting the fact the individual must recognize a need for treatment. While this approach works for many people, it is difficult for family, friends and the community when the individual does not agree to treatment. More can be done to provide support and… Continue reading Report & Recommendations of the Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions Strategy April 23rd 2012