Foster To Hold Discussion To Confront Opioid Epidemic

OSWEGO, IL -- Rep. Bill Foster (D-IL 11) will make a special appearance in Oswego for a panel discussion ways to confront the ongoing opioid epidemic. Community members are invited to give their feedback at the free discussion, scheduled for Feb. 21 at the Oswego Police Department.

Foster will be joined in the discussion by members of local law enforcement, health experts, and public officials

In a news release, Foster said the event "is an opportunity for community leaders and governmental organizations to examine where we are in the fight against heroin and opioids and how we can work together to combat this epidemic"

Foster will specifically address the impact that heroin and opioids have had throughout District 11 and the surrounding communities.

Panelists slated to appear at the discussion include:

• Congressman Bill Foster
• Dr. Amaal Tokars, Executive Director of Kendall County Health Department
• Kane County Sheriff Ron Hain, Sheriff
• DuPage County Coroner Dr. Richard A. Jorgensen
• Dr. Kathleen Burke, Director Substance Use Initiatives, Will County

What: Panel Discussion on Opioid Epidemic with Bill Foster

When: Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Where: Oswego Police Department 3355 Woolley Rd., Oswego

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