In Wisconsin, and across the nation, there has been a surge in the use of prescription drugs for non-medical purposes. Last year, 873 Wisconsin residents lost their lives as a direct result of illegal drug use, with opioids being the most common drug. A Community Drug Forum is planned for May 15 from 6-8:30pm at the Stoney Creek Inn of Onalaska with resources available from treatment, recovery and support providers available from 5-7pm.
The main purpose of the forum is to encourage parents and others living with addiction to drugs or who are at risk, or those concerned with seeking resources in our community to find help. Participants will learn about current efforts going on in La Crosse County to prevent illicit drug problems. These community efforts include the Heroin and Other illicit Drug Task Force, La Crosse County Prevention Network, law enforcement, treatment and counseling and a wide range of other services that are available.
The main theme will focus on heroin, opioids (pain medications) and other prescription drug misuse, marijuana and meth. However, Information available will appeal to a wide range of illicit drug addiction. Questions will be addressed by the panelists and other speakers. See the flyer below for more information on this free event.
