Minnesota opioid deaths drop for third year in a row

Doctor: New overdose report highlights 'dangerous time' in drug use in Minnesota

New state data shows opioid overdose deaths continued to drop for the third year straight but overall drug overdose deaths increased. We spoke to a doctor about what’s behind the numbers.

Minnesota sees third straight year of decline in opioid overdose deaths

ST. PAUL—A new report from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) shows Minnesota recorded another small decrease in opioid-involved overdose deaths in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of decline.

Minnesota opioid deaths drop for third year in a row

Fentanyl-involved deaths in Minnesota saw a 6% decrease from 602 to 564 between 2024 and 2025.