ABC NEWS: Disaster Uninsured
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ABC NEWS: Disaster Uninsured

Natural disasters are intensifying, causing more damage and costing more money. ABC News looks at the insurance industry’s mass exodus from high-risk states and how it's impacting homeowners.

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What can be done to address the opioid epidemic?
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What can be done to address the opioid epidemic?

The opioid epidemic is a national crisis that has been devastating communities across the United States for years. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 130 people die every day from opioid overdoses. This crisis has affected people from all walks of life, regardless of age, gender, or socioeconomic status.

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Youth & Fentanyl
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Youth & Fentanyl

A factor contributing to youth fentanyl use is the misconception that prescription drugs are safer than illegal drugs. Many young people may not realize the dangers of fentanyl or the potential for addiction and overdose. This is especially concerning given that young people are more likely to experiment with drugs and may be more willing to take risks.

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AED Donation
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AED Donation

An Automated External Defibrillator was donated by the Simi Dabah Sculpture Foundation to the Twentynine Palms Senior Center. From l-r: Justin Merino - executive director High Desert Emergency Action Alliance, Robin Schlosser - executive director Reach Out Morongo Basin, Larry Bowden - president Simi Dabah Sculpture Foundation and Kary Minatrea - Recreation Division Manager for the City of Twentynine Palms.

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