The rise of opioid abuse in the Big Horn Basin
Authorities speak out on an ongoing problem and a spike in heroin use
March 29, 2016
WORLAND – Several federal agencies have recently issued new rules and warnings to physicians and pharmacists in an effort to stem the flow of prescription drug abuse, citing an alarming rise in opioid addiction, often leading to harder use, such as heroin abuse. For authorities in Washakie County, the rising cost of prescription painkillers has led to more problems with cheaper, darker altern...
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