Government Involvement
The government's Center for Disease Control and Prevention does its research on pharmaceutical drug abuse and generates national statistics, which are posted on The White House's website, <whitehouse.gov>. The government realizes the epidemic we are facing regarding prescription drug abuse and has even dedicated a section of The White House's website to the issue.
"Addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic is not only a top priority for public health, it will also help build stronger communities and allow those with substance abuse disorders to lead healthier, more productive lives" (WhiteHouse.gov). |