10 hospitals now offer special addiction residencies

Growing interest in treating addiction as a medical issue, not a mental health issue, is behind the new program. Read more

Nurse caught sucking used Fentanyl patches — out of the medical waste bin

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Who knew drug addiction could turn into an environmental crime? Read more

New program IDs potential addicts sooner — and with less awkwardness

Getting patients to answer honestly if they are abusing drugs or alcohol isn’t easy. A new program helps. Read more

More doctors advising patients to turn on, tune in and drop out

A popular recreational drug from the 60s is making a comeback as a legitimate pharmaceutical. Read more

Staffer steals Fentanyl, infects patients with Hep C

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Stoned staffers roaming the halls present more than just the obvious risks to patients. Read more