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Maryland’s Drug Crisis: A Decline in Overdoses, But Far from Victory
Maryland’s opioid crisis persists despite a reported 38% decline in overdose deaths from 2023 to 2024. Fentanyl remains the primary cause, with Baltimore leading in overdose rates. Demographics show disproportionate impacts among males and Black individuals. Effective solutions require addressing trafficking, law enforcement, and root causes of addiction beyond harm reduction efforts.