Cocaine Signs: Peru’s Cocaine Production Exceeds Colombia’s
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to recognize that tough economic times often force people to turn to the black market — or in the case of cocaine, the “white market” — just to survive.
It looks like that’s the case in Peru, South America’s pristine mountain country, once home to the advanced Inca civilization at Machu Pichu.
Peru’s production of cocaine is now eclipsing that of Columbia.
Peru: Cocaine output surpasses Colombia
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Signs of Cocaine: Tasers More Likely to Kill Cocaine Addicts
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Today’s cocaine news roundup starts off with a story about tasers — the popular torture weapon of choice in law enforcement circles.
Sure, we’ve all seen victims of tasers gyrating on the ground as if having seizures, then they’re dragged up in a state of confusion.
The problem is MANY DON’T GET UP. They die because of the combination of the drugs in their system (cocaine and others) and the electric shock, along with the extremely agitated state. The already over-taxed heart and other internal organs can’t handle it.
Toxicologist Testifies in Trial of Nanaimo Woman
These news stories demonstrate how cocaine and drugs can have very serious and even life-threatening consequences… That’s a bit of an understatement in the case of the Nanaimo, British Columbia, woman who was urged by friends NOT to drive the day she wrecked her car, killing her two children. Wake up people! Don’t wait for an accident or death before you get a clue… Don’t Drink or Do Drugs and Drive!
Toxicologist testifies in trial of Nanaimo woman
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Crack Cocaine, Marijuana and Lots of Cash
More drug-related crime news is showing up daily. Have you noticed how this “news” is increasingly steadily, at the same time the U.S. government’s involvement with the Drug Cartels and guns/drugs smuggling programs are coming to light? Coincidence?
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Man Found with Crack Cocaine, Marijuana and Lots of Cash
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He was transported to the city jail where he was found to be in possession of a quantity of crack cocaine, marijuana and a large amount of cash. The Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force helped to bring the possession charge and seized the drugs and …
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Cocaine Effects: Freud, Halstead Virtually Destroyed by Cocaine Abuse
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Cocaine users frequently justify their abuse of the drug by referring to cocaine use and experimentation by Sigmund Freud, recognized as the father of psychoanalysis. Thing is, they usually don’t know the full story.
Cocaine addiction nearly destroyed Freud, according to medical historian Dr. Howard Markel, in his book “An Anatomy of Addiction”.
Another “medical revolutionary” from the last century, William Halstead, also faced the same fate. Halstead isn’t as well-known as Freud, but he is considered the father of modern sugary.
How comforting is that thought — a coke addict doing surgery? Hmmmm…
What Are the Signs of Cocaine Addiction?
Cocaine Addiction can have different effects on different people, but some of the most common symptoms include:
- Sniffling and Constantly Runny Nose
- Insomnia
- Rapid or “speedy” talk
- Nervousness
- Emotional Agitation
- Dilated (large) pupils
- and in extreme cases, paranoia, violent behavior and psychosis.
Substance Abuse: How to Spot Signs of Cocaine Use