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Project shines lights on prescription drug scourge in Jackson

A community campaign to combat prescription drug abuse known as Project Lazarus will be discussed from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 2, in the lobby of Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva.

A local coalition has adopted the Project Lazarus model in hopes of educating the public on the epidemic of prescription drug abuse. The Jackson County Substance Abuse Action Team and Emergency room doctors at Harris will lead the discussion.

The program is part of the monthly “Tuesdays to Thrive” wellness series at Harris, focusing on a different topic first Tuesday of each month, partnership with Jackson County Department of Public. Free, no reservations required.

www.westcare.org or 828.586.7734.

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