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How Narcan saves lives: The science behind the drug used to reverse opioid overdoses

Deaths from opioid overdose have been steadily increasing since the 1990s. In both 2021 and 2022, over 100,000 people in the United States died from opioid overdose. In 2023 and 2024, overdose deaths decreased significantly for the first time in over 30 years, according to CDC estimates. Several factors are responsible for the drop, including

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Can opioid withdrawal be fatal?

When someone is experiencing an addiction to opioids, also known as opioid use disorder, it’s assumed that immediately stopping is the only way to reduce the negative impact opioids can have on the mind and body. While it’s important to stop taking opioids to start recovery, it’s not that simple. Withdrawal can be complex and

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