Instead of ramping up criminal penalties for non-violent, minor drug offenses, Seattle is providing a chance to get help.
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Marijuana Theft Grows Rampant In Washington
The state’s attempt at keeping the industry transparent may be helping thieves stake out a “laundry list of targets.”
Doctors Turn Detectives To Find Out Who Stole Narcotics From Cancer Center
The doctors shared their experience with a medical journal with the hopes of helping others in similar situations.
Nurse Accused Of Stealing Hydromorphone, Possibly Infecting Patients With HIV
Investigators say they found video footage of the HIV-positive nurse stealing the drugs.
Recovery of a Real-Life "Nurse Jackie"
Before I ever stole a pill from work, before I was ever a daily drinker and habitual pill-popper, I was just a burned-out nurse, exhausted and in pain.
Prescription Opioid Theft Spikes Among Medical Staff
The new report found that 67% of prescription opioid thefts are by doctors and nurses.