Combating Prescription Drug Abuse in Delaware Governor’s Weekly Message

Combating Prescription Drug Abuse in Delaware Governor’s Weekly Message – In his weekly message, the Governor talks about Delaware’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program. More information about the program is available at pmp.delaware.gov. On the web www.governor.delaware.gov Facebook www.facebook.com @GovernorMarkell: www.twitter.com Gov. Markell’s podcasts available on iTunes or governor.delaware.gov

Drug Take-Back nets 4561 pounds of medicine

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“Drug Take-Back days are one way to give Delawareans a safe and secure way to dispose of their expired and unused medications, and we are looking at ways to help people dispose of their old medications in a more permanent ongoing way.” Since the first …
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Delaware County official: "To be blunt, we're a drug-infected county"

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Rising drug abuse is putting a tremendous strain on Delaware County's foster care system, according to a county official. Delaware County DSS Commissioner William Moon minced no words in describing the county's drug problems at last week's regular …
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Summit eyes heroin, pills

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Delaware County District Attorney Jack Whelan said this is not the first year drugs have been discussed at the summit, but it is the first year that specific attention is being placed on prescription drugs. Whelan said prescription drug abuse is …
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Carolyn Livengood: Flag ceremony at Golden Gate National Cemetery in San …

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In recognition of the event's theme — You Light Up Their Lives — all the dedicated volunteers were recognized and thanked by the Awards Committee for their commitment and endless energy to ensure quality and educational programs that help prepare …
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