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589. Why Has the Opioid Crisis Lasted So Long?

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Evolution of Drug Supply Chains in a Globalized Economy

The globalized economy has transformed the drug supply chains significantly. China, with its massive industries and surplus workforce, has capitalized on selling precursors for making fentanyl to North America, sometimes sending the drug directly via mail. Unlike traditional drug production, the fentanyl business does not require arable land or dealing with warlords, making it a more convenient and profitable operation. This shift in drug manufacturing poses a challenge to traditional drug production methods and distribution networks.

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