METH

"The Meth Epidemic Summary":
Meth is the most addicting illegal drug in America. Meth cooks have found ways around the laws passed and pharmaceudical companies are fighting them.

Byker, Carl. "The Meth Epidemic." PBS. PBS, May 2011. Web. 07 Feb. 2014. <http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/meth/etc/script.html>.

 "Big Pharma And Meth Cooks Agree: Keep Cold Meds Over The Counter" Summary:
 Law enforcement's efforts to stop the problem by limiting access to pseudoephedrine (a key ingredient in meth) have been opposed by the large pharmaceutical companies. The "shake and bake" method of cooking meth has put production in the hands of addicts but also has tremendous risks. Wherever meth labs are found, there are bad gases and byproducts left over. Burn victims from meth accidents have tripled because meth addicts are now cooking. Oregon has successfully made pseudoephedrine a prescription drug, and the number of meth labs in the state has fallen over 90%. CHPA in Kentucky set a new lobbying spending record. This group spent it's money to fight against over the counter medicine. 24 states have tried to follow Oregon's lead by making access to pseudophedrine difficult by putting it behind the counter. 23 out of these 24 states have failed.

 "Big Pharma And Meth Cooks Agree: Keep Cold Meds Over The Counter." NPR. NPR, 26 Sept. 2013. Web. 06 Feb. 2014. <http://www.npr.org/2013/09/26/226476602/big-pharma-and-meth-cooks-agree-keep-cold-meds-over-the-counter>.


 "Candy-Flavored Meth Targets New Users" Summary:
During an investigation, police officers found materials used to cook meth in a trash can. Digging deeper, they were surprised to find strawberry-flavored children's drink next to it. This "designer meth" can be cu with lollipops, soda, drinks, and a variety of candy that makes is easier for first time users to try. This new marketing trick was created to increase Meth's market share. Cutting meth with something sweet also helps cut down the burning sensation when snorting powdered meth. Changing the color or the taste just lowers the intimidation factor, seeming less dangerous and luring in a new customer base.

Vries, Lloyd. "Candy-Flavored Meth Targets New Users." CBSNews. CBS Interactive, 2 May 2007. Web. 07 Feb. 2014. <http://www.cbsnews.com/news/candy-flavored-meth-targets-new-users/>.