New data shows the extent of the nation’s opioid crisis and the major role Florida played in it.
The Washington Post looked at data from the Drug Enforcement Administration. From 2006 to 2012 billions of hydrocodone and oxycodone pills flooded into Florida through clinics known as "pill mills."
While the figures may be new, the takeaway is not: Florida’s loose regulations on pain clinics lured addicts across state lines and helped fuel the national crisis.
Joining us with a look at the problem were:
- Addiction specialist Dr. Raymond Pomm, CEO of LSF Health Systems
- Dr. Christine Caulfield with LSF Health Systems
- Alco Halfway House Executive Director Doug Jones
First Coast Success
About 40 years ago, a firm started small, and now it has a global reach. Heritage Capital Group President Don Wiggins created the merger and acquisitions firm. It focuses on helping clients grow and sell businesses.
Wiggins spoke with Jacksonville Daily Record Editor Karen Brune Mathis about how his firm has made an impact in the Jacksonville area.
Cole Pepper
The Jaguars training camp is underway and so are high school football practices. Also this past week, a swimmer from the First Coast broke world records. WJCT Sports Analyst Cole Pepper joined us with a look at the week in sports.
Madison Roberts can be reached at newsteam@wjct.org or (904)358-6317.
