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Tampa mother warns about kratom after son's overdose

A Tampa mother shares her son's overdose story ahead of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

Oct 23, 2026, 8:39 PM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report
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A Tampa mother is raising awareness about the risks of kratom after her son died from an overdose in January, WFLA 8 reported.

Her story comes just one day before National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an event aimed at safely disposing of unused medications.

The mother hopes that by sharing her experience, others will be more cautious about substances like kratom, which can have dangerous effects.

Officials encourage residents to participate in the take back day to prevent drug misuse and overdoses in the community.

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  1. WFLA 8: Tampa mother warns about Kratom after losing son to overdose
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