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South Carolina Overdose Deaths Decline | Charleston News
South Carolina’s overdose death rate is on a historic downward trend—down 31% in just one year, saving nearly 500 lives—with two straight years of decline for the first time in over a decade. Key drivers include expanded access to Narcan, public awareness campaigns, and prevention efforts. Yet, the crisis persists, especially among 35-44-year-olds, with high-fatality counties like Charleston, Greenville, and Horry still struggling. Health leaders urge sustained investment in harm reduction, stigma reduction, and accessible treatment to keep momentum going—because every life lost is a…
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