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Frank Pallone Jr.: “But with more than 20,000 deaths occurring each year due to the misuse and abuse of prescription drugs, we must ensure…”

On the recordJune 13, 2013
But with more than 20,000 deaths occurring each year due to the misuse and abuse of prescription drugs, we must ensure that our research, education, and prevention efforts are addressing this major public health and safety concern.
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Frank Pallone Jr.
New Jersey

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Pallone stresses the need for action against prescription drug misuse.

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