Feds to help Utah put spotlight on dangers of opiates

SALT LAKE CITY — Federal law enforcers have chosen Utah to take part in a program to combat painkiller and heroin addiction.
The designation is important for Utah because it is helping the state launch a public relations campaign against powerfully addictive opiates, said Brian Besser, Drug Enforcement Administration district agent in charge. It also encourages law enforcement agencies to meet with prescribers, pharmacists and treatment centers in order to address the problem from multiple