Promoting the safe disposal of prescription drugs, U.S. Attorney George L. Beck, Jr. and Drug Enforcement Administration ASAC Clay Morris are launching a campaign to combat the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse in Alabama.
The press conference, scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at 10:30 a.m., will be held at the U.S. Attorney’s Office, located at 131 Clayton Street in Montgomery, Alabama. During the conference, a press release will be provided, detailing the campaign’s objectives and strategies to address the issue of prescription drug abuse.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the campaign aims to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse and provide a safe and convenient way for the public to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. This effort is part of the Prescription Drug Take Back/Medical Abuse Program, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing problem of prescription drug abuse.
The media is invited to attend the press conference, which will be an opportunity for journalists to ask questions and gather more information about the campaign. For press inquiries, contact Clark Morris at usaalm.press@usdoj.gov or (334) 551-1755. A fax number is also available at (334) 223-7617.
The Prescription Drug Take Back/Medical Abuse Program is a crucial step in addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic, which has been affecting communities across the United States. By providing a safe and responsible way to dispose of prescription drugs, the campaign hopes to reduce the risk of abuse and misuse of these medications.
As the campaign kicks off, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the DEA are urging the public to take an active role in preventing prescription drug abuse. By properly disposing of unused or expired prescription medications, individuals can help prevent these drugs from falling into the wrong hands and contributing to the growing problem of prescription drug abuse.
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- State: Alabama
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source ↗
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