Why Drug Overdose Deaths Continue to Climb Despite Awareness Efforts

Fentanyl drives overdose deaths

Despite implementing hundreds of evidence-based interventions, including naloxone distribution and medications for opioid use disorder, a large study found that these strategies had limited impact on reducing overall overdose deaths. Factors like insufficient time for community integration, disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and changes in the illicit drug market weakened these efforts. Additionally, the … Read more