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question markIdaho ranked in the top fifth (#4) for nonmedical use of prescription pain relievers in the past year among persons age 12 and older.                                                              

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Different meaningsIs your child talking about prescription drugs right in front of you? Take this quiz to see if you know the common slang terms for prescription drugs.

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