Hospitals Work to Wean Babies Born Addicted to Drugs

Hospitals work to wean babies born addicted to drugs
America's prescription drug abuse epidemic has caused a spike in the number of addicted mothers – and newborns experiencing withdrawal symptoms – delivering in maternity wards across the country. While there is no universally accepted standard of care … Read more on StarNewsOnline.com


Giving Maine babies a chance at a drug-free life
In 2010, the total estimated cost of substance abuse in Maine — including corrections, law enforcement, long-term health effects and premature death — was more than $ 1.4 billion, translating to $ 1,057 for every Maine resident. It represented a 56 … Read more on Bangor Daily News