Prescription Drug Abuse Hits Wisconsin

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What are the Odds in Wisconsin?

If you think prescription drug abuse has passed over the serene communities along the Fox River and Lake Winnebago, think again. A 2007 report released by the Lake Winnebago Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group reveals that prescription drugs are a top threat for abuse in the Fox Cities. Without fast action now and effective drug rehabilitation, the situation will only get worse.

Along with prescription drug abuse come crimes. Recent robberies of one drug store in Oshkosh, Wisconsin tell the story of a county-wide increase in criminal acts related to prescription drug abuse. According to Brad Dunlap, head of the local drug enforcement unit, this is a very dangerous trend. Crimes related specifically to the pain reliever Oxycontin have been steadily on the climb for the last 5 years.

Across the country, the numbers of prescriptions written for addictive pain relievers has continued to increase. Although prescription drug addiction, dependency and abuse are high, it's not always because people take the drugs illegally: In some cases it is completely accidental. After being given a prescription for OxyContin, Vicodin, Percocet or Lortab due to injury or illness, or after surgery, people have found themselves dependent on the drugs. This has also led to taking other drugs such as Xanax or Valium.

These drugs are can be very hard to quit. Sometimes the pain and discomfort of withdrawal is so severe that users keep taking the drugs. But when the prescription runs out, they need to find the drugs elsewhere.

The solution is prescription drug detox. A good medical drug detox program can help you get off the drugs without going through the severe pain of withdrawal.

If you're having a problem with prescription drug addiction or dependency, call Drug Rehab Referral for help.

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We can help you find a good prescription drug detox program and drug rehab if you've become addicted.

There is no shortage of places to get the drugs, with on-line pharmacies and "doctor shopping," those attempting to avoid crime can still find their drug. However, with this increase comes the attendant increase in undesirable reactions to prescriptions, deaths related to prescriptions and criminal activity. According to a recent report by the FDA, the number of prescription related deaths across the country has increased 3X from 1998-2005.

With 12.43% of young adults in Wisconsin using pain relievers non-medically, it is no wonder that the Lake Winnebago Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group found that prescription drugs pose a higher threat than methamphetamine and marijuana. This is an insidious problem that affects every citizen in this community.

Though the makers of Oxycontin have recently settled with 26 separate states after claims were files that the company misrepresented the drug's addictive nature, the damage has already been done with too many individuals now addicted to this medication and turning to crime to satisfy that addiction. Don't let this happen to someone you love. If you suspect prescription drug addiction, contact one of our addiction specialists for help. Statistics show it will only be a matter of time before the addict will turn to crime.

Don't wait until the situation becomes even more serious than it is.

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Finding the Right Alcohol Rehab and Alcohol Detox Programs in Wisconsin

Although prescription drug addiction, dependency and abuse are big problems in Wisconsin, the problem with alcohol is even worse. In fact, the Midwest has the highest rate of binge drinkers in the country.

Heavy drinking and binge drinking can be a very serious problem to overcome and you may need a medical alcohol detox before you go to alcohol rehab.

If you live in Wisconsin and you have a drinking problem
call Drug Rehab Referral to help

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