Prescription drug addiction: what are your experiences in England?

As the government launches an investigation into the growing problem of addiction to drugs such as painkillers, we want to hear your stories

The government has called for an investigation into the growing problem of addiction to prescription drugs in England.

The public health minister, Steve Brine, has decided to step in after it was revealed one in 11 patients treated by the NHS last year was given a potentially addictive drug. This includes painkillers, antidepressants and medication to treat insomnia.

Continue reading... January 24, 2018 at 03:48PM