Protecting Kids from Digital Drug Dealers - KOAT News

What Are Digital Drug Dealers and How Can We Protect Our Kids From Them?

Director, Lisa Honold, spoke on KOAT’s morning news about the dangers of digital drug dealers.

With school out kids are spending more time online and their online curiosity can lead to trouble.

Digital drug dealers often have ads appearing alongside well-known brands, making them appear safe. These dealers allow anyone to purchase illegal prescription drugs and have them shipped to their home. As parents and caregivers, we must educate kids on the dangers of purchasing prescription drugs from any source outside of a pharmacy.

Often, these prescription drugs are counterfeit and can contain fentanyl. Even in the tiniest doses, fentanyl can be dangerous or deadly.