On the recordOctober 3, 2011
It is estimated that 7 million Americans abuse prescription drugs every year. That is more than the number who are abusing cocaine, heroin, hallucinogens, Ecstasy, and inhalants combined.
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Carper highlights the severity of prescription drug abuse in America.
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