Milwaukee Post
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By DAVE FIDLIN Special to The Post MILWAUKEE – While it is easy to conjure up images of heroin-addicted people in poverty-stricken, urban environments, star- tling statistics continue to reveal the epidem- ic knows no geographic boundaries. In recent years, there have been wide- spread reports of heroin use and fatal over- dosing – not just outside Milwaukee's munic- ipal borders, but outside the confines of Milwaukee County as well. A rising number of youths, for instance, have been dabbling in heroin use in Ozaukee, Racine, Washington and Waukesha counties. While a number of possible remedies have been discussed – including stricter laws and stiffer regulations on what can and cannot be dispensed at hospitals – collaboration also has been cited as a way to stem the tide of this epidemic. A number of Milwaukee County leaders – including Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Milwaukee Common Council President Michael Murphy – held a regional sympo- sium, "Heroin: Not on our Watch – Protecting Our Communities," at Marquette University recently. A cross-section of people – including elect- ed officials, grass-roots organizers, health care workers and law enforcement personnel – attended the daylong event from five coun- ties. There was a variety of speakers who shared personal and anecdotal struggles of heroin addiction. While a number of meetings have been cropping up this year on heroin use, officials in a number of disciplines assert the majori- ty of the population is still unaware of how startling the statistics have been in recent years. Southeastern Wisconsin has been especia- DID YOU KNOW? Local news at your fingertips Visit www.gmtoday.com MARK BELLING Ruling is wrong way to legalize gay marriage Page 9 Society was going to get there anyway • At 4,145 miles, the Nile River is the longest in the world. • House flies have a lifespan of two weeks. • Camel milk does not curdle. – Source: Cool Facts app HONOR FLIGHT VETERANS RECEIVE SPIRITED WELCOME HOME – PAGE 12 STEVE 'THE HOMER' TRUE Time for Brewers to recall Nelson to help pitching staff Page 11 LeBron James impressive both on and off the court Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MilwaukeePost Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/MilwaukeePost See HEROIN on Page 6 'Addiction does not have boundaries' MILWAUKEE COUNTY'S WEEKLY NEWSPAPER JUNE 13, 2014 Milwaukee-area leaders among those taking stand against heroin epidemic 238736077 Senior & Veteran Discounts $ 59 95 New Chamberlain LiftMaster 1 /2 HP Model #3265 On Sale! Quality top rated garage door opener includes two remotes, deluxe inside wall button, safety photo eyes, lifetime motor warranty, installation, haul away old opener & tax. *Limited time offer. LIMITED TIME OFFER! 16x7 Steel Raised Panel Door Includes installation, remove and haul away old door, reattach opener, tax. *Prices may vary due to Lead Abatement law. $ 695 * ClipNSave – Special Package – INCLUDES INSTALLATION $ 299 * Regularly a $349 value! Must mention ad for special! 414-418-3667 (DOOR) www.blandodoorcollc.com BROKEN GARAGE DOOR SPRING, CABLE OR OPENER? We'll Fix It Fast! Same Day Service - Lowest Price Extend the life of your door & opener with a TUNE UP, LUBE & SAFETY INSPECTION Parts extra if needed. Hit A Home Run with Blando Door Co LLC. Surprise Dad with A New Door or Opener FREE STORAGE! FREE STORAGE! FREE STORAGE! 1st Month with 6 month contract DREXEL SELF STORAGE 500 W. Drexel • Oak Creek 414-617-2109 414-587-0517 237980080