The Prescription Drug Epidemic…
In the US, it is estimated that around 54 million people over the age of 12 have used prescription drugs for nonmedical purposes at some point of their life!
57. Longview, TX
Located in the east portion of Texas, the city of Longview has a population of around 80,000 people although it is currently believed to be one of the fastest growing small cities in the country!
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Unfortunately as the population grows, so too does the addiction rate. Recent figures have shown that approximately 4 in every 50 people living in the city have developed an addiction to opioids.
56. Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma City is also struggling to keep up with its severe opioid problem – just like its neighbouring city of Longview, studies have shown that 4 in ever 50 people living in this area are addicted to opioids.
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As if that wasn’t bad enough, experts have discovered that around 47% of opioid prescriptions in this city are abused!
55. Odessa, TX
Odessa is another Texan city that is being slowly crippled by its severe addiction rate. In this area, it is believed that 8% of the population are addicted to an opioid.
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