Opioid Epidemic Affecting Rural Communities

The opioid epidemic is affecting rural communities. Minnesota Farm Bureau Foundation Director Ruth Meirick says opioid addiction has found its way into farm families at greater numbers than the urban population. Meirick says three out of four farm families have been affected by the opioid epidemic, and three out of four farmers say they can access large amounts of prescription medicine without a prescription. Meirick says a change in behavior can be a sign of opioid addiction. If you or someone you know needs help with opioid addiction, resources area available at findtreatment.gov.