The Heroin Business Is Booming in America

5/29/2017

This article investigates the booming heroin business in America. It examines the factors contributing to the surge in heroin production and consumption, including the overprescription of opioid painkillers, the tightening of regulations around prescription drugs, and the increasing availability of cheap heroin from Mexico. The article discusses the devastating consequences of the heroin epidemic, including a rise in overdose deaths and the strain on public resources. It also explores the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in combating the heroin trade and the efforts being made to address the crisis, such as expanding access to addiction treatment and harm reduction programs.

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