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Why U.S. overdose deaths are dropping

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Disparities in Overdose Death Rates

This chapter examines the uneven landscape of overdose death rates across the U.S., noting a national decline juxtaposed with increases in specific states like Alaska. It highlights the crucial need for targeted interventions as the opioid crisis disproportionately affects various socioeconomic and racial groups, particularly indigenous populations.

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