Heroin epidemic prompts regional summit and calls for action
Community leaders, law enforcement, and health officials gather to address rising heroin overdoses in Frederick, Clarke and Winchester areas. They report sharp increases in overdoses, discuss prevention and treatment, and urge education, stronger reporting, and collaboration. Local agencies plan a central information hub and expanded take-back programs.
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