Overdose deaths decline in SC for second year in a row, DPH says. Here’s what changed

The SCDPH reported that overdose deaths dropped in SC for the second year in a row. Here’s how many lives were saved.

Drug overdoses in L.A County drop for third straight year. Here’s why

Los Angeles County Public Health Department officials say accidental drug overdose deaths are down for the third year in a ...

Bristol declared ‘city of harm reduction’ as Greens seek less punitive drug policy

Councillors pass motion that paves way to setting up drugs-consumption facility where users can be helped and treated ...

Washington weekly drug overdose tracker July 6-10

The following is a list of drug-related deaths as reported by the King County Medical Examiner. The Center Square does not ...
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Heat Makes Emergencies More Common and Overdose More Deadly

Extreme summer heat can dramatically escalate the risks for alcohol, drug, and psychotropic medication-related emergencies ...

Illinois sees dramatic drop in opioid overdose deaths

This follows a smaller drop the previous year. A new national report details the decrease, but experts warn the gains in tackling the opioid crisis may be lost amid potential federal funding cuts.

Eagle River Police investigating death as possible overdose

Police in Eagle River are investigating a death believed to be from a drug overdose. Officers were called to a home in the ...

Drug overdose spike in Madison could be related to extreme heat

First responders in Dane County reported at least seven overdoses involving opioids June 29 and 30. No spike has been seen in Milwaukee County yet.

Drug overdose deaths are down in S.C., data shows

The number of deaths from drug overdoses continues to trend downward in South Carolina.