Overdose deaths in Oregon trend downward, along with national cases

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Like much of the U.S., Oregon saw a moderate decline in fatal overdoses last year.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released preliminary data showing that the number of national overdose deaths dropped by almost 27% from 2023 to 2024. “This decline suggests more than 81 lives saved every day,” according to the federal agency.

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A similar trend has occurred in Oregon...