For the first time in years, drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a significant decline, dropping by 14% from June 2023 to June 2024. The number fell to 97,000 deaths, offering hope after decades of rising fatalities. Experts credit factors like increased access to overdose-reversing treatments and legal settlements, but emphasize that nearly 100,000 deaths a year still highlight the ongoing need for action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.