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Florida sees progress in lowering prescription drug abuse

The 2010 Florida Medical Examiners Commission reported 5,647 people die with one or more prescription drugs in their system. As Florida's 89.1, WUFT-FM's Nickelle Smith reports, the state of Florida is making strides to lower this number.

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Nickelle is a reporter who can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.