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Rural Virginia communities in Appalachia still battle opioid epidemic fallout despite some progress.
Rural Virginia communities, particularly in Appalachia, continue to struggle with the long-term effects of the opioid epidemic that devastated the region over the past decade.
Despite increased awareness and some funding, many residents face ongoing challenges including limited access to healthcare, mental health services, and addiction treatment.
Overdose deaths remain high, and economic and social hardships persist in isolated, underserved counties.
Personal stories highlight individual resilience amid systemic barriers like stigma, workforce shortages, and geographic isolation.
While outreach and harm reduction efforts have made some progress, recovery remains slow and uneven, underscoring the need for sustained investment in rural healthcare and community-based solutions.
Las comunidades rurales de Virginia en los Apalaches aún luchan contra las consecuencias de la epidemia de opioides a pesar de algunos progresos.