US opioid overdose deaths plunge; experts cite unknown non-policy drivers

Opioid overdose deaths in the US have dropped dramatically, but health experts acknowledge that factors outside medical care and public health policies are likely the primary drivers. The specific causes of the decline remain uncertain, complicating future policy decisions. This matters because understanding the decline could inform strategies to sustain progress and address remaining overdose risks.

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