10% decline in drug overdose deaths, attributed to public health interventions, stricter drug enforcement, and increased naloxone availability.

The U.S. reports a 10% decline in drug overdose deaths, with over 100,000 fatalities in the 12 months ending April 2024, according to preliminary CDC data. This marks the largest drop on record, attributed to enhanced public health interventions, stricter drug enforcement, and increased availability of naloxone. However, experts caution that the decrease may be influenced by a smaller pool of potential victims due to past fentanyl-related deaths.

October 06, 2024
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