Georgia to Launch Fight Meth Campaign
Tony Potts
03-09-2010
Georgia officials announced on Monday that they are starting a
campaign to fight methamphetamine use in the state. The campaign
will feature television, radio, newspaper and Internet
advertising, as well as billboards throughout the state.
A new study estimates meth abuse costs Georgia $1.3 billion
annually in social services, health care and law enforcement
expenses.
The advertising will focus on curbing teen meth abuse with ads
featuring Georgia teenagers who`ve used meth describing their
experiences.
Georgia Attorney General Thurbert Baker estimates 3,100 inmates
are behind bars in Georgia because of meth charges, with another
9,100 are on probation.
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