After years of relentless rises in overdose deaths, the U.S. has seen a reversal as drug fatalities have been declining for seven straight months.
The declining potency of fentanyl, influenced by government crackdowns on cartels, is surprising experts and contributing to reduced overdose fatalities.
According to Anne Milgram, D.E.A. head, the percentage of counterfeit pills containing life-threatening amounts of fentanyl has fallen from 70% to 50%.
Experts credit various interventions like Narcan distribution and harm reduction programs for the lives saved, along with improved access to treatment services.
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