Brazil Considers Compulsory Drug Rehabilitation Law

Brazil considers compulsory drug rehabilitation law – Brazilian authorities are considering a law which would make treatment compulsory for crack cocaine users in Rio de Janeiro, ahead of the 2014 football World Cup. With many users smoking openly on the streets, Brazil has the highest rate of crack cocaine consumption in the world. But the World Cup and the 2016 Olympics have prompted officials to attempt a clean-up, with treatment being seen as the best way to tackle the problem.

VA spending more on erectile dysfunction drugs for vets

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Veterans are eligible for free medications and treatment for any injuries or illnesses linked to their military service. Even if there's no connection to their time in uniform, they may still obtain drugs through the VA for a fee that is typically less …
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Man wanted on drug charge

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Dennis Daugaard has proposed creating more criminal diversion and treatment programs as well as beefed probation efforts to keep people who commit non-violent drug or alcohol-related crimes out of prison. Do you support such alternative sentencing …
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