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U.S. Overdose Deaths Dipped In 2018, But Some States Saw 'Devastating' Increases

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Provisional overdose data for 2018 show a note of hope in an overall bleak picture. But in some states, the numbers actually got worse. What explains the disparities?

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Candlelight Vigils To Remember Lives Lost To Overdose, Alcohol

Susan Giles Wantuck

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There will be candlelight vigils on both sides of the bay tonight to remember those who lost their lives because of drugs or alcohol.Narcotics Overdose…

Health News Florida

Lawmakers Consider Bill Aimed at Reducing Opioid Overdose Deaths

John Davis

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STORY UPDATE: A companion bill to the Senate's "Florida Opiod Overdose Prevention Act" was filed in the House Feb 16. The House bill is co-sponsored by...