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Drug recovery nonprofit Southeast Florida Recovery Advocates sees rise in overdoses in Martin County

Por: WPTV Nation February 02, 2024

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MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — The (SEFRA) nonprofit said it's seen a rise in overdose cases in Martin County.Parents in Martin County like Joe Perez Deprado said his 27-year-old son has been battling addiction for six years.He's overdosed five times and every time I've been there to help him out, Deprado said. 'It doesn't get easier. It's something that stays with you as a parent.Each time he was able to save him with... + full article



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