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5 Surprising Opioid Use Disorder Statistics | News Channel 3-12
- From the start of 2020 through the end of 2024, there were 549 reported deaths due to apparent substance toxicity, with multiple drug classes involved in 91% of these cases.
- This increase follows reports of an extremely toxic drug supply, particularly fentanyl present in 56-57% of opioid deaths, complicating overdose reversals.
- Harm reduction services like Avenue B in Saint John have seen rising overdoses requiring multiple naloxone doses, despite increased kit distribution to 4,215 in 2024.
- Health Minister Dornan emphasized the close connection between opioid addiction and mental health challenges, and announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at expanding mental health support for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- These events highlight challenges in addressing the opioid crisis, suggesting that expanding treatment access and community engagement remain critical priorities.
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Illicit Opioid Use May Be More Prevalent Than Previously Estimated
A new study of US survey data published in JAMA Health Forum found that 11% of respondents reported having used nonprescription opioids between June 2023 and June 2024, including about 8% who reported using illicitly manufactured fentanyl. The online survey included a nationally representative sample of about 1500 US participants aged 18 years or older.
Opioid Funds, Public Voices: What Spotlight PA Heard and Learned By Listening to You
With an estimated $2 billion at stake, Spotlight PA used community conversations, a survey, and data tools to elevate public voices in the opioid settlement rollout. By Ed Mahon, Spotlight PA Photo courtesy of Susan L. Angstadt / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up …
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