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Accidental Drug Related Deaths, By the NumbersAs reported by the Los Angeles Times, drug deaths currently outnumber traffic mortalities in the United States. This is due to an increase in prescription narcotic overdoses.- Five Famous Celebrity Drug Overdose Deaths in Recent YearsThe world has lost some of the greatest and glittering stars and promising careers to drug overdose in the last decade. Here is the list of five most famous drug overdose related celebrity deaths in the recent years.
Drug Overdose Deaths in Florida-The CDC ReportsIn the newest issue of the reports from the CDC, Florida is under the spotlight, as the overdose deaths from this state are evaluated from between the years of 2003 and 2009.
How to Avoid a Fatal Prescription OverdoseYou make think that just because you only take prescribed drugs, you are not at risk for a deadly overdose. You are dead wrong. Get the information you need to prevent your own death or the death of someone you love.- Pain Killers Main Culprit for Drug Overdose Up RiseAmericans have the highest rate of deaths from prescription medications mainly pain killers.
Comic Greg Giraldo 44 Dies from Drug OverdoseGreg Giraldo has died at the age of 44. He was one of the sharpest comedy minds around. Here's my tribute to him.- Drug Overdose SymptomsSymptoms of a drug overdose all depend upon what was ingested and how much. This article is simply an overview.
- Corey Haims Death - One Possible Answer for the Conflicting ReportsCorey Haim's death has spawned many conflicting reports about his drug use. Police say "accidental drug overdose", while those closest to Haim say "no". Here is one possible scenario for the conflicting reports.
Corey Haim Dead at 38: Another Life Lost Supposedly to Drug OverdoseCorey Haim, 38 and dead. Another life lost to an overdose of prescription drugs. When will this alarming trend end? Andrew Koenig, DJ AM, Brittany Murphy, all recently lost their lives to drugs too.- Did a Drug Overdose Kill Actor Corey Haim?Having admittedly struggled for years with drug addiction, '80's teen idol, Corey Haim dies at 38-years-old of an apparent accidental overdose.
- Corey Haim Dead from Accidental Drug Overdose - He was Due to Star in New Movie This SpringCorey Haim dead from a drug overdose, had been doing well in his drug addiction recovery from all accounts. He was due to star in new movie this Spring.
- Corey Haim Dead at 38 from Drug Overdose - He was Alive when Paramedics ArrivedCorey Haim dead at age 38, he collapsed on Wednesday morning from a drug overdose. Police find four prescriptions in apartment.
Another Child Star Has Fallen, 80's Actor Corey Haim Dead at Age 38 in Apparent Accidental Drug Overdose.Corey Haim dies at the age of 38. 80's teen heartthrob actor Corey Haim has died of apparent accidental drug overdose on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010.- Prescription Pain Killer Deaths TriplePrescription drug deaths have increased by four-fold.
Apopka, Florida MegaChurch Co-Founder Zachery TIms, Found Dead in New York HotelZachary TIms was a handsome, successful preacher with a large congregation. He survived the scandal from an extra marital affair and was back on his spiritual path in a big way. On Friday he was found dead on the floor of his New York hotel room.- Slow SuicideTrying to make sense of death by drug addiction
- I Have Heard that People Are Often Put into Intensive Care Units Unnecessarily -- is This True?Some experts do believe that intensive care units are overused. In an ICU a patient receives more concentrated nursing care and observation, more sophisticated monitoring, and generally more intensive treatment than in an ordinary hospital room.
- Renko Returns in "Three Stations" by Martin Cruz SmithReaders first met Arkady Renko back in 1981 when "Gorky Park" was published and now the Russian Investigator is back in this 2010 crime novel.
- (Video) Greg Giraldo Dies of Drug Overdose at 44According to multiple media outlets, comedian Greg Giraldo has died of a drug overdose at the age of 44. A source told TMZ that "Greg passed away today at the hospital in New Brunswick as a result of....
- Suicide Ruled in Erica Blasberg's Death - Golfer Died of Prescription Drug OverdoseSuicide has been ruled in Erica Blasberg's death. The LPGA golfer died from a prescription drug overdose.
- American Idol's Fantasia Barrino Released from Hospital After Drug OverdoseAmerican Idol Fantasia Barrino continues to get media attention, this time for her involvement in a love triangle that led to her hospitalization after an apparent drug overdose.
Babyface Killer: The Life and Crimes of Mary BellAfter years of abuse at the hands of her mentally unstable mother, Mary Bell committed two cold-blooded murders at the young age of eleven.- Video: Former Child Star Corey Haim Dead of Possible Accidental Drug OverdoseSeveral news agencies are reporting this morning that 80s teen idol-turned-troubled-adult Corey Haim died of a potential accidental drug overdose.
- 'Last Boys' Star Corey Haim Dead of Drug OverdoseActor Corey Haim, age 38, has died of a drug overdose. Ordinarily this would not be worth a mention; Corey Haim had basically destroyed his career with drug abuse. But one has more than a bit of nostalgia for 'Lost Boys.'
Corey Haim, Teen Actor of the 80's Dies at 38 of a Drug OverdoseCorey Haim, teen actor of the 80's, dies of drug overdose. Corey Haim and Corey Feldmen were the teen heartthrob duo of the 80's. Another actor taken away by drugs.- Hayley Wood Denies Break-up Rumors at Time of DJ AM's DeathSome believe that DJ AM took an overdose of drugs because he was despondent over a breakup with girlfriend Hayley Wood. But Wood has come forward and claims that they were "very much together" at the time of AJ DM's death.
- DJ AM Found Dead at Young Age of 36Details reported by officials on the death of DJ Am and some history on his brief life.........
- DJ AM, "Adam Goldstein," Found Dead in Manhattan Apartment, Possibly Due to Drug OverdoseSeveral minutes ago, TMZ reported DJ AM was found dead in his Manhattan apartment. The talented DJ, whose real name is Adam Michael Goldstein, was only 36 years old.
Monroe, Garland Among Female Stars Lost Too YoungA look at a few tragic female celebrity tragedies from the 20th century.- Murder by Drug Overdose Promoted on Boston "Ilegal"Op ed on recent installment of Boston Legal
- A True Story of Drug Overdose Leading to DeathThe account of my friend Was' death from a heroin overdose, following his discovery that his girlfriend Angel had been selling her body for heroin.
- Common Drug Overdoses from Over the Counter (OTC) MedicinesA review of some common over the counter medications found in overdoses, and their symptoms
Heath Ledger, Brad Renfro, Jimi Hendrix, Hank Williams, James Dean, Marilyn?Expose of actors who have died under 30 years old and especially at age 27 to 29.- Heath Ledger's Suicide/ Drug OverdoseHave you ever lost a close friend to suicide. What's it like?
- Seventeen Year Old Dies of Drug Overdose in Flint, MichiganNever having done drugs in his life, a teen in Flint Michigan took too many the first time, taking his life.
- Heroin: Revelations Show Jim Morrison and Others Died of Drug OverdoseSo many talented and hopeful musicians have been taken from the world too early due to heavy drug use, addiction or drug-related accidents.
- Crack KillsA story on how crack conquered a young man's life out of curiosity. The very reason why people should stay away from drugs.
- Tips for Fathers: Help Your Children Avoid DrugsHow a father might approach indoctrinating his kids against drugs.
- Parents Charged with Murdering Child Via Drug OverdoseA 4-year-old girl died after overdosing on medication to treat her Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and her parent are arrested on murder charges.
- Popular R&B Singer Levert Died from Accidental Drug MixThe death of R&B singer Gerald Levert appears to have happened due to an accidental mix of prescription narcotics and over-the-counter-drugs. A report was released by the coroner who did an examination on the late singer's body.