nearly 6,000 to 7,663.
Noticeable increases in overdose deaths were recognized in various jurisdictions; New York City, Virginia and Maryland reported considerable surges in fatalities attributed to fentanyl. Wyoming, Nebraska and Washington reported declines in drug overdose deaths of up to 8 percent.
Overdose deaths related to drugs are commonly reported without detailed toxicology reports — the CDC will release final numbers at a future date.
Author: Cesar Gamboa
Cesar Gamboa is a staff reporter and editor for Addiction Now covering topics ranging from legislation to scientific studies. He was previously a general assignment reporter for the Orange County Register. SoCal raised, lover of books, and avid mountain biker (when he wants to be). He can be reached at cesarg@addictionnow.com.
