Alarming Rise in Youth Overdose Deaths Linked to Synthetic Opioids
Boston, Massachusetts — A troubling trend has emerged as synthetic opioids, particularly fentanyl, contribute to increased overdose deaths among youth across the United States. Recent data highlights an alarming rise in fatalities among individuals aged 15 to 24, signaling a public health crisis that calls for urgent action. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that overdose deaths in this age group have more than doubled in recent years. In 2021, nearly 1,000 youths …