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Opioid overdoses in the US are surging, and it’s hitting the people most vulnerable to the pandemic – Business Insider Australia
Overdose fatalities hit a record high during the 12-month period ending May 2020, with more than 81,000 deaths.
- Opioid overdoses have surged throughout the pandemic, reaching a record last year.
- The rise significantly impacted communities already vulnerable to the pandemic.
- Latino and Black communities across the US are recording higher rises in overdose deaths.
- See more stories on Insider’s business page.
Opioid overdoses are surging, and those being hit the most are communities already vulnerable to the pandemic.
Overdose fatalities hit a record high of more than 81,000 deaths during the 12-month period…
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