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Wednesday, June 30, 2010

ER Visits Due to Prescription Drug Abuse More Than Double

A recent study shows that Emergency Room visits due to prescription drug abuse rose 111 percent between 2004 and 2008. Officials say prescription pain-killer abuse is the number 1 reason for the increase. To read the complete story click here.
We would like you to share your thoughts on fighting prescription drug abuse. Please help us in the fight by joining the Marshall County Anti-Drug Coalition. Our next meeting is July 9th at noon in the Historic Federal Building on 7th street in Moundsville. For more information on the Anti-Drug Coalition please call 304-845-3300.

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