Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, is increasingly contributing to a record number of youth drug deaths in the United States. The drug, which is prevalent in the illicit drug supply, is finding its way into the hands of teenagers across the nation, raising concerns among healthcare providers about the limited treatment options available for young people. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has identified fentanyl as the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-45. Amidst this crisis, there are calls for more robust measures to counter the influx of fentanyl into communities, schools, homes, and prisons. American children are particularly at risk. Fentanyl test strips, while helpful, have limitations in detecting the presence of the drug, highlighting the need for more comprehensive solutions to address this public health emergency.
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Fentanyl, a pervasive killer in America’s illicit drug supply, is increasingly landing in the hands of teens across the region and nation, worrying providers who say treatment options for youth are limited. https://t.co/eVtlSi267h
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