S.O.S. Drug Policy Newsletter & Legislative Updates

DEA Cracks Down on Pharmacy Burglaries and Illegal Prescription Medication Sales

DEA Cracks Down on Pharmacy Burglaries and Illegal Prescription Medication Sales

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) highlights a troubling rise in pharmaceutical burglaries across the country. In 2023 alone, almost 900 burglaries involving prescription medications were reported to the DEA.

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Breaking the Cycle: The Impact of Prenatal Substance Exposure on Children and the Healthcare System

Breaking the Cycle: The Impact of Prenatal Substance Exposure on Children and the Healthcare System

In the United States, between 2009 and 2016, the costs associated with birth admissions for NAS tripled, jumping from $731.8 million to $2.5 billion.

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Legalization and Pet Safety: Why Policies Need to Protect Our Animals

Legalization and Pet Safety: Why Policies Need to Protect Our Animals

As marijuana policies change across the nation, the conversation around its impact often centers on human health.

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Urgent Input Needed on Marijuana Rescheduling

This is a critical opportunity for individuals and organizations to voice their opinions and concerns about this proposed change.

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