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589. Why Has the Opioid Crisis Lasted So Long?

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Addressing the Opioid Crisis: Strategies and Solutions

This chapter explores the urgent opioid crisis in the U.S. and Canada, presenting strategic solutions proposed by a commission led by a Stanford expert. It highlights innovative programs like 24-7 Sobriety that aim to effectively reduce substance abuse and opioid-related deaths through immediate and consistent enforcement of sobriety measures.

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