Published 05/15/2024 2:09:30 p.m.

U.S. Overdose Deaths Decline for First Time Since 2018

The CDC reported a 3% decrease in fatal overdoses in the U.S. Last year, totaling about 107,500 deaths, including citizens and non-citizens.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed the decline in fatal overdoses, with an estimated 107,500 deaths in the U.S. In the previous year.
This decrease contrasts with 2022, which had an estimated 111,000 fatal overdoses, as stated by the CDC.

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Associated Press News

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abc News

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CNN

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The Washington Post

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KVIA

Fewer US overdose deaths were reported last year, but experts say it's too soon to celebrate

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