Tamara: Aboriginals and Substance Abuse – Tamara is an Aboriginal Canadian who grew up in Winnipeg. Born into a family struggling with alcoholism, Tamara was raised in a series of foster homes. As a …

Seahawks' CB Brandon Browner suspended for substance abuse violation

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The NFL announced that Seattle Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner has been suspended indefinitely after violating the league's substance abuse policy. Browner appealed on Wednesday, but has already been denied, USA Today reports. He released …
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Legislators push health insurance parity for substance abuse

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Getting insurance companies to regard mental health and substance abuse like they regard other illnesses is perhaps the most important step local lawmakers are advocating to stem Berkshire County's opiate abuse problem. Despite 2008 legislation …
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