Madison & Dane County public health department issued an Overdose Spike Alert due to a rise in opioid overdoses, linked to synthetic drug Medetomidine.
Madison & Dane County public health department issued an Overdose Spike Alert due to a rise in opioid overdoses, with 10 people treated in hospitals within 48 hours. First responders also treated seven individuals with unusual symptoms after using crack cocaine. Health officials link these incidents to a synthetic drug called Medetomidine, a powerful animal tranquilizer. Authorities are working together to address the increase in overdose deaths, offering free fentanyl test strips and Narcan at their offices.
June 07, 2024
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