Closure and clarity: A push for detailed drug death certificatesClosure and clarity: A push for detailed drug death certificatesDeath certificates would have to list the specific drug responsible for overdose deaths, under proposed legislation.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
Overdose deaths in New Jersey dropped 8% this summerOverdose deaths in New Jersey dropped 8% this summerAfter a spike that began last November and continued through the spring peak of the pandemic, opioid-related deaths declined in the June to August period.Michael SymonsMichael Symons
Eight New Jerseyans die every day from overdosesEight New Jerseyans die every day from overdosesThe number of overdose deaths in 2017, 2750, is up 24% from 2016. Bill DoyleBill Doyle
Drug overdose deaths rise significantly in past 5 yearsDrug overdose deaths rise significantly in past 5 yearsDrug overdose deaths have increased by 33 percent in the past five years across the country, with some states seeing jumps of nearly 200 percent.Associated PressAssociated Press