US Attorney, Cops Say Vt. Heroin Fight to Continue

US attorney, cops say Vt. heroin fight to continue

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… Coffin, who is planning a similar news conference next week in Burlington. Coffin and others at the news conference said enforcement efforts have to be accompanied by drug treatment and education programs that will keep people from becoming addicted.
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PET scans monitor brain circuits activated by light, opening new window to …

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"In this paper, we wanted to stimulate the nucleus accumbens, a key part of the brain involved in reward that is very important to understanding drug addiction," Thanos said. "We wanted to activate the cells in that area and see which brain circuits …
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Matthew Perry Talks About Opiate Addiction At CGIU 2013

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This system provides an addict with intense treatment and other services that help them get sober and stay sober. Those who are ordered to take part in drug court are tested for drugs regularly to ensure that they stay clean and are obligated to appear …
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