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E459 A Coroner

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von

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The Overdose Epidemic: Unraveling the Crisis

This chapter explores the surge in drug overdoses, particularly due to fentanyl and crystal meth, while tracing the opioid epidemic back to patient satisfaction surveys from the 1990s that led to over-prescribing. It emphasizes the role of coroners in addressing substance addiction and the systemic healthcare failures that result in repeated overdose cases. The discussion highlights the complexities of addiction, the dangers of counterfeit drugs, and the difficulty families face in seeking help for loved ones.

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