At a forum with the Minnesota Medical Association, doctors in Minnesota said they feel caught between patients who legitimately need prescription drugs and people who are addicted.

At her lowest point, Erin Genther used 20 bags of heroin a day just to prevent withdrawal symptoms. A positive pregnancy test finally helped provide a “powerful motivation to stay clean.”

Illinois police groups are questioning the safeguards against marijuana-impaired driving. On Wednesday, they sent a letter to Gov. Pat Quinn warning that proposed legislation does not contain a clear way to determine driver impairment.

Thanks to health care reform, millions of people with substance abuse issues will now have access to treatment. However, the influx of people may overwhelm addiction treatment providers throughout the country.

Over 100 high-profile entertainers and civil rights leaders have called on President Barack Obama to change drug laws and reform the criminal justice system.