renewed focus is being placed on drug prevention

As renewed focus is being placed on drug prevention this Drug Awareness Month. The National Council on Substance Abuse, says substance abuse is a public health issue and must be treated as such. Deputy Manager, Troy Wickham says it's not solely a matter for the judiciary and everyone must play a part in combating the issue. He says research over the years has shown persons as early as seven years have been exposed to a substance at least once in their lifetime. This he says is occurring in the home, from friends or family members. Mr. Wickham was a guest on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. Mr. Wickham says education is critical to enlightening Barbadians of the dangers along with collaboration with its partners. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities