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flag Drug-related unintentional injury deaths in the U.S. rose 60% from 2018 to 2023, mostly among men aged 35–44 and Black Americans.

flag Unintentional injury deaths involving drugs rose nearly 60% in the U.S. from 2018 to 2023, with drug-related causes increasing from 20% to 31% of all such deaths, according to a study presented at the American College of Surgeons meeting. flag Most victims were aged 35 to 44, and men died at more than twice the rate of women. flag Black individuals accounted for 35% of these deaths, the highest rate among racial groups. flag The findings, based on CDC data, highlight a growing role of drug use in accidents, especially among middle-aged adults, prompting calls to integrate addiction care with trauma treatment. flag The research is preliminary and not yet peer-reviewed.

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