Posted by: Mike Shambaugh on 02/23/2010

In support of Rx OTC Awareness Week the Mayor Mark Mathews issued a proclamation at last night's council meeting recognizing Feb 22-28, 2010 as Rx OTC Awareness Week in Kennesaw.

According to statistics from the DEA, prescription drugs are abused by teens more than any other form of illegal drugs. In fact 1 in 3 teens report having a close friend who abuses prescription drugs.

To find out more information regarding teen Rx abuse you can visit the DEA website: http://www.getsmartaboutdrugs.com/default.html

Download a free PDF guidebook to teen Rx abuse: http://www.getsmartaboutdrugs.com/Files/File/DEApillbook_1_5_08.pdf

For additonal information please contact Lt. Craig Graydon at 770-429-4535 or email cgraydon@kennesaw-ga.gov