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Drug Overdose Trends in U.S. States

Updated 2026-05-28 12:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

Researchers report a decline in drug-related deaths across the U.S., but some Western states are experiencing an increase in deadly overdoses. Wider access to overdose-reversing medication is cited as one factor driving this trend.

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Researchers say some structural changes in treating addiction are helping, including wider access to overdose reversing medication.
2026-05-28 10:44 UTC
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