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Fentanyl overdose deaths in the U.S. dropped significantly in 2024–2025 due to prevention efforts, but new potent drugs pose ongoing risks.
Fentanyl-related overdose deaths in the U.S. are declining for the first time in years, with a 25% drop in 2024 and an additional 24% to 25% decrease in early 2025, bringing rates to their lowest since 2019.
This progress is linked to coordinated efforts including mandatory school education, public awareness campaigns, and stronger border enforcement, particularly in areas like San Diego County.
While fentanyl remains a threat, especially to youth, officials warn against complacency as new dangers emerge—carfentanil and nitazenes, which are more potent and harder to detect, are increasing in the illicit drug supply.
Despite a drop in fentanyl potency and overdose deaths, officials stress the need to sustain prevention, education, and enforcement to avoid a resurgence.
Las muertes por sobredosis de fentanilo en los EE. UU. disminuyeron significativamente entre 2024 y 2025 debido a los esfuerzos de prevención, pero los nuevos fármacos potentes plantean riesgos continuos.