Area overdose deaths continue declining, hit pre-epidemic numbers

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Hamilton County is experiencing a notable decline in drug overdose deaths, marking the fourth consecutive year of reductions.

Preliminary figures estimate 180 overdose deaths for the year, a 35% decrease from 2024 and a 68% drop from the peak of 570 deaths in 2017, when the area had one of the highest overdose death rates in the nation.

Hamilton County is experiencing a notable decline in drug overdose deaths, marking the fourth consecutive year of reductions. (WKRC, Provided)…

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