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Why are drug deaths decreasing?
After a continuous rise since 2012, the overall rate of drug poisoning deaths has decreased this year. This reversal could be due to various factors, including improved access to treatment, targeted harm reduction initiatives, or changes in drug availability. It's a significant shift in a long-standing trend.
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