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Arlington Hooked on Heroin | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Tuesday, May 6th 2025 at 20:04 GMT by wjla   Print publication without navigation

  • WJLA is the local ABC affiliate for the greater Washington DC area. From our studios in Arlington, VA ABC7 covers national and local news, sports, weather, traffic and culture and carries entertainment and sports programming. WJLA serves Alexandria, Springfield, Annandale, Tysons, Reston, Ashburn, Centreville and Manassas, Virginia and Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Wheaton, Beltsville, Greenbelt, Bowie, College Park, Largo, Crofton, Annapolis, Hyattsville and Takoma Park, Maryland, and all the communities in between.

The article "Hooked on Heroin" from WJLA discusses the severe heroin epidemic affecting the Washington D.C. area, highlighting the stories of individuals struggling with addiction, the impact on their families, and the broader community. It delves into the reasons behind the surge in heroin use, including the transition from prescription opioids to heroin due to its lower cost and availability. The piece also covers the efforts of law enforcement and health officials to combat the crisis through increased awareness, treatment programs, and law enforcement strategies. Personal stories, such as that of a young mother battling addiction and a father mourning the loss of his son to an overdose, underscore the human toll of the epidemic. The article emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to address the crisis, combining prevention, treatment, and enforcement.

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