The drug overdose epidemic in the United States claimed more than 700,000 lives from 1999-2017, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
In addition to affected individuals, families and communities are experiencing the impact of the epidemic. The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates the annual cost burden of this epidemic is roughly $740 billion, including crime fighting, healthcare, and lost work productivity.
Key Facts
- Trenton residents comprise over half of the Mercer County Emergency Department utilization for substance use.
- Municipalities surrounding Trenton have experienced a significant increase in the number of residents admitted for substance use treatment; yet the number of treatment admissions for Trenton residents is more than double those of neighboring municipalities.
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Substance Abuse Treatment Admissions for 2018
