MP Angus Spearheads Campaign

Two youngsters and five more people in Kirkland Lake have died after misusing a deadly prescription drug.

OxyContin, also known as "hillbilly heroin," is found in medicine cabinets and on the streets. The demand for the drug seems to be on the rise.

"We believe that the problem of OxyContin is a major problem affecting our communities and one of the biggest problems is the lack of awareness of the dangers and warning signs of an epidemic," said MP Charlie Angus (NDP - Timmins-James Bay.

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