OXYCONTIN ABUSE

Three years ago, I lost my dear husband to cancer. He was 45. So it was with
great interest that I read your Sept. 26 article about OxyContin theft and
recreational use. Because of people who use this drug for sport, it makes it
difficult for legitimate patients like my husband to obtain the pain relief
they need to be able to die at home with dignity instead of in some cold,
lonely hospital room.

I have only one message for recreational users of OxyContin: If you think
toying with cancer treatment drugs is a great lark, try a round of two of
chemotherapy. Now there's a rush!

I would suggest that they be forced to do community service with Hospice, but I
wouldn't want people like them anywhere near people like my husband, who face
death with such dignity and grace.

Constance Story

Louisville 40205