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The Intelligence: Drug gateway

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The Expanding Crisis of Synthetic Opioids

This chapter explores the benefits of take-home doses in opioid treatment programs, focusing on enhanced patient retention and decreased illicit drug use. It also highlights the necessity of widespread naloxone accessibility and addresses the growing threat of synthetic opioids like fentanyl in global markets.

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