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William Garrison
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Abstract: In my proposal, I am going to discuss the current problems of rising heroin and drug
usage throughout the street of Charlotte, NC.
Objective:
1) Continue research on the increase of black tar heroin and why this drug has
become so easily accessible.
2) Conduct an interview with a local CMPD officer to test his knowledge on the
spreading of this addictive drug.
3) Determine possible solutions. Hold local awareness programs for young
adults. Increase CMPD authority on the streets.
4) Consider feasibility and cost of those solutions.
Solution: A few possible solutions that have begun to take place is screening for addiction when
medical officials treat patients in all areas of Charlotte. Begin to talk with family members on the
dangers of addictions. Better protection of their highly addictive pain prescriptions, which in this
case, have been utilized to construct black tar heroin. Open a hot line phone number in which
individuals who are struggling with additions may seek professional medical care without the
possibility of excruciating punishment.
Resources: My resources will contain scholarly articles from medical professionals who have
researched the dangers behind black tar heroin, North Carolina documentation of data and proof
of rising use of the drugs, a magazine article from a mother who has seen her son abuse and
loose his life while using black tar heroin, and to possibly conduct an interview with a CMPD
officer who has knowledge of the rising use and selling of the drug in Charlotte, NC.
What are the problems that individuals have begun to face while abusing the drug?
-Side affects
-Punishment
-Addiction
What are some possible solutions?
-Hold local awareness programs that could assist those in need of recovery
-Increase tax payer due to promote higher authority in CMPD officers
-Apply more knowledge of the drug use in Medical appearances
-Screen more incoming patients to test for drug abuse and addiction
Schedule: Throughout a 3 week period, I hope to completely bring knowledge and awareness to
the troubles found with this drug. With the help of online articles and documentation, and with
the interview, I seek to find several solutions to ease the spreading and injuries that are occurring
with the abuse and over usage of black tar heroin.
Qualifications: Participated in a 3 week seminar for first aid and CPR training. Also have had
prior experience documenting incoming patients in Medical Record. Mother is employed through
NOVANT Health, who also is aware of the medical dangers behind abuse of Black Tar Heroin.
Cost: By now, most citizens of Charlotte should have had heard of the drug problems on the
streets that may be outside their own bedroom window. With this being said, I hope that many
will invest their own time with further research and voluntary donations to help create a feasible
solution to this issue.
Feasibility Report
The topic of this discussion is the rising drug problems and addiction throughout the urban
streets of Charlotte, NC. This topic was chosen due to our relative location of Charlotte, and how
the drug has begun affecting young adults and children. The problems that are occurring with
Black Tar Heroin is its availability, the dangers of addition and medical health problems, the
rapid growth of usage, and how destructive the drug can be on a citys economic prosperity.
There are three solutions available to this problem: Promote more CMPD officers and officials to
gain control over this issue through higher tax revenues, utilize medical technology to screen
incoming patients for drug abuse and addiction, and even hold Take-Back Programs that would
allow individuals to dispose of their prescription drugs in a secure and convenient way.
Imagine a substance that feels like a hug. It warms you, quiets your mind, and rocks you
gently to sleep. There is just you and this warmth, and the sensation is almost like being loved,
stated a 27-year-old female heroin addict from south Charlotte. (Heroin in Charlotte Web
Magazine)
Medical Screening
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Teratment (SBIRT) is an evidence based
praticedused to identify, reduce and prevent problematic use, abuse and dependence on alcohol
and illicit drugs. (SBIRT) The SBIRT model was incited by an Institute of Medicine
recommendation that called for community-based screening for health risk behaviors, including
substance use. By utilizing SBIRT, professional health care physicians can quickly and
effectively screen incoming patients for drug addiction. This process will not only identify users
of the drugs, but can also send the patients back with resources to seek help and recover from
their addiction. Without this process, incoming patients will continue to be handled and given
additional medicine, which can be used to construct more black tar heroin and similar illicit
substances.
Conclusion
Black Tar Heroin is such an unforgiving drug that is brutally changing our community
and our youth. Without any accountability from our city, the abuse will continue to climb into
our own families and loved ones. There is still a long road ahead, but the outcry has already
caused many political figures and officials to enter the fray for omitting such illicit drugs.
Through more abundant CMPD officers, SBIRT Medical Screening Technology and even the
Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act, we can make a change. If people keep reaching out
their suggestions, and maintain the desire of revolution, Black Tar Heroin will no longer bring
hurt and suffer to our economy.
Bradford, Ben. "WFAE." WFAE. 90.7 Local News, 26 Apr. 2013. Web. 17 Mar. 2015.
This source above has credit my on research with new information on how the drug has evolved
over the years. The document was constructed off the basis of medical professionals who have a
general idea on how the black tar heroin has started from over the counter pain killers. Also, the
authors demonstrate just how easy it is for adolescents to access ingredients for black tar heroin
in a place much of young adults are familiar with. I hope to use this article to create an image for
all readers, and a feasible solution to the problem of black tar heroin.
Briggs, Bill, and Yvonne Ward. "Charlotte, NC: Trying To Combat Heroin Drug
Issues." YouTube. YouTube, 14 Dec. 2014. Web. 17 Mar. 2015.
This source above does an exceptional job demonstrating the awareness of what is now
becoming an epidemic in the Queen City. WCNC published their latest video on YouTube, just
for knowledge of residents and individuals within the Charlotte community. News officials say
heroin is a growing concern on the streets of Charlotte, a most can find it easily assessable.
Charlotte is trying to combat the raising drug issues, as it may begin to affect the children in your
own household. I have chosen to utilize this source for more research information, and a quality
news source to prepare for a solution to this problem.
"Drug Disposal Information." Resources -. Office of Diversion Control, 2010. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
I will utilize this source with reasoning of one of my sources. The Drug Disposal Act of 2010
will ensure that all prescription drugs are donated successfully to eliminate any future use and
transformation of the drugs.
Rab, Lisa. "Heroin in Charlotte." Web Tags. Charlotte Magazine, Mar. 2014. Web. 17 Mar. 2015.
Deanna Uhler, a mother of 21 year old, Alex Uhler, together were facing a major dilemma.
Deanna Uhler asked her son if he would like to help participate moving his grandparents in at
their new home in Texas. However, like most college students would agree, Alex confirmed that
he was too busy. In this case, being busy, was trying to stay on top of a drug addiction that had
grown very large in his nearby Charlotte communities and neighborhoods. Five days later, things
changed for Deanna, as her son took his last breath due to a drug overdose. As sad as the story is,
Deanna wanted to publish the story to inform others of her heartache that she had to experience. I
will use this magazine article published by Charlotte Magazine, to inform individuals of the
growing drug problems in charlotte, and how to protect yourself from the harm and trouble of
getting addicted.
Rivenbark, Jeff. "CMPD to Hire 50 New Officers." - WBTV 3 News, Weather, Sports, and Traffic
for Charlotte, NC. WBTV- On Your Side, 28 July 2009. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
I have found this source to back up one of my three solutions that I will propose. It shows how
officers are hired and where the money is coming from.
The SBIRT is a medical screening process that looks for addition in all patients. This source will
help clarify how it could be a possible solution to the Black Tar Heroin growth in Charlotte NC.
North Carolina leading officials published this documentation in 2009 to inform the community
on the growing drug problems in charlotte since the beginning of 2007. This informative
document clearly states numerous statistics and information on how the trend continues to
expand here in Charlotte. Through the 7 page document, there are charts and various other data
that demonstrate the rapid growth of the drugs, and where in Charlotte the drugs are being
targeted. This official documentation will help tremendously with my readers wanting to know
exact statistics. North Carolina is in the midst of drug problem, but with your help and superior
education, the citizens can help be the main cause of this arrest on drug abuse.