Percocet
In 2010, US pharmacies dispensed enough pure oxycodone to give everyone in the country 40 five-milligram Percocets each. MORE
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A surge in abuse has lead to a nationwide crackdown on pain meds. But while only 1% of legitimate patients get hooked, many doctors treat ailing patients like criminals, while actual addicts get off scot-free. MORE
By Luke Walker
A batch of some common over-the-counter meds may accidentally contain powerful painkillers like Percocet. MORE
By Kevin Gray
For the past 100 years, car crashes have been the nation's leading cause of accidental death. Now, for the first time, more Americans die from prescription pills—including ten very popular meds. MORE
By Will Godfrey
Meth Use Is Linked to Schizophrenia, Surge in Alcohol Abuse Reported in Ireland, and Delaware Woman Led Armed Robbery of Her Date's Percocet. MORE
By Will Godfrey
The first few months of drying out are incredibly tough for any alcoholic. But for a “social” drinker who’s forced to quit for medical reasons, it’s easy enough. Right? MORE
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The tobacco giant won't self-congratulate too loudly for the profitable popularity of its "Crush" cigarettes among kids.
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Horse-racing's drunken spokesbeast is played by an actor who hasn't had a drink in 20 years.
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Actor Shah Rukh Khan, the "King of Bollywood," is banned from a stadium in Mumbai.
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