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The drug fueling another wave of overdose deaths

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The Deadly Surge of Xylazine in Street Drugs

This chapter examines the dangerous increase of xylazine, or 'tranq', in street drugs and its impact on addiction and overdose rates in the U.S. It highlights the difficulties faced by authorities in monitoring this issue, emphasizing the urgent need for action as emergency room visits rise due to its severe effects.

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