Drug Abuse
New Jersey Adds More Locations To ‘Project Medicine Drop’
The program features mailbox-like receptacles at 27 law enforcement locations across the state where people can safely dispose their unused and expired prescription medications.
Nassau Conference Focuses On Teen Prescription Drug Abuse
Studies show that 4.5 million American children above the age of 12 have abused prescription drugs, WCBS 880 Long Island Bureau Chief Mike Xirinachs reported.
Seen At 11: Experts Say Cartels Making Meth Threat More Dangerous To Tri-State Area
A dangerous new threat has emerged in the suburbs. Experts told CBS 2 that Mexican drug cartels have targeted the New York area with one of the most destructive and addicting drugs around.
NJ Launches Drug Abuse Database
More than five years after New Jersey passed a law to start tracking prescription drug use, the state is launching a long-awaited database monitoring use of dangerous drugs with the intent of helping doctors spot abusers more quickly and authorities stop drug dealers.
New Jersey Launches Program For Unused Drug Disposal
New Jersey is launching a pilot program that allows consumers to drop off unused medications in secure locations.
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