White House Advisor: Drug Abuse Deaths Increasing

(WAMU, June 2) New data shows that the overall death rate has risen for the first time in 10 years. Experts say it's due to the rise in opioid overdose deaths. According to Michael Botticelli, the White House "Drug Czar," increasing access to treatment, improving prescribing practices, and increasing prevention strategies are essential to fighting the current war on opioids. Not only that, he says Congress needs to move the nation from crisis to recovery. READ MORE.