Maine heroin/opioids
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PublishedMay 29, 2017
Theft of opioids a growing issue at veterans hospitals
At least 36 criminal cases related to disappearing pills have been opened since October.
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PublishedMay 27, 2017
Opioid crisis puts first responders at a much higher risk for overdose
A single grain of some substances can cause a reaction simply by being absorbed into the skin.
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PublishedMay 16, 2017
LePage repeats wish for death penalty for drug dealers
During a radio interview from Florida, he also said he's 'all in' supporting a bill that could lead to manslaughter charges for dealers.
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PublishedApril 28, 2017
Lawmakers consider ‘medical amnesty’ bill for drug users who report overdoses
Other measures aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic would fund medication-assisted treatment and needle exchanges.
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PublishedApril 13, 2017
Portland offers training in use of anti-overdose drug naloxone
About 20 people attended the session, held as the city and state experience a growing problem with opioid addiction and following a record number of overdose deaths last year.
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PublishedApril 11, 2017
Maine attorney general: Report on overdose deaths highlights need for more treatment
Service centers like Portland and Bangor have been hit hardest by the epidemic, revised state data shows.
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PublishedApril 10, 2017
Portland will host a free opioid overdose training session for the public
The city will teach attendees how to recognize a dangerous overdose and what to do, including how to administer a lifesaving antidote.
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PublishedApril 5, 2017
Narcan saved 5 overdose victims in Portland, says assistant police chief
Vern Malloch says the overdose antidote is saving lives while the news media raises public awareness of the state's drug epidemic.
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PublishedApril 5, 2017
Readers react to series exploring Maine’s heroin crisis
Several who commented or emailed said members of their family could have been included in the 10-part series on opioid addiction.
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PublishedApril 4, 2017
Lives lost: A songwriter, a proud Boy Scout, a pizza delivery woman, a grandfather
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