Opioid overdoses and deaths rise in Wisconsin during COVID-19 pandemic
The number of opioid-related deaths is on pace to surpass the 29 total deaths last year. UW Health officials say new and stronger drugs, like …
Overdose deaths on rise in Garrett
“For the past number of years, we’ve also had an epidemic within this country and within Maryland and that has to do with drug overdoses,” Stephens …
The pandemic is restricting the illegal drug pipeline. Here’s why it’s not all good news
The pandemic is restricting the illegal drug pipeline. Here’s why it’s … SSM Health Medical Minute – 2019 was a record year for drug overdose deaths.
Big overdose spike reported in Erie County
For example, Brian Baxter, Erie County’s coroner, told the Register several weeks ago that Erie County has “had a bunch” of drug overdose deaths …
SSM Health Medical Minute – 2019 was a record year for drug overdose deaths
Drug overdose deaths in the United States jumped last year by a projected 4.8 percent to set a record high, according to preliminary data released by …
BC paramedics respond to record number of overdose calls in July
May also had record numbers for overdose deaths. “We know the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people who use drugs, as it has all British …
Overdose advisory issued for Nanaimo related to opioid and stimulant use
June 2020 set a new benchmark for the number of people who lost their lives to overdose, with seven deaths recorded in Nanaimo in one month.
CDC warns youth are dying of suicide and overdose throughout pandemic
… sadly, far greater suicides,” and “far greater deaths from a drug overdose … Regardless of the devastating statistics, Tellone is hopeful that resources …
What’s causing more death — COVID-19 or the shutdown? (Opinion)
We’re seeing far greater deaths from drug overdose, that are above excess, than we had as background, than we are seeing deaths from COVID.” Huh …
Oregon Could Become The First State To Decriminalize Drugs
Nearly two people die every day from drug overdoses in Oregon. … nation among states in access to drug treatment and recovery services for adults, …