Feb. 19, 2026

Why overdoses are down in some parts of North Carolina, but not others

Why overdoses are down in some parts of North Carolina, but not others
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Why overdoses are down in some parts of North Carolina, but not others
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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reports fentanyl and opioid overdoses dropped dramatically between 2024 and 2025. However, some parts of the state are still struggling with rates higher than the state average. WRAL's Alex Littlehales explains why.