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Rhode Island Health Officials Issue Overdose Spike Alert for Johnston and North Providence

RIDOH warns of increased overdose activity in two municipalities that historically have lower-than-average rates. What residents should know and where to find help.

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DEA Issues Public Safety Advisory on Fentanyl Mixed with Synthetic Tranquilizers and Opioids

Federal drug officials warn that fentanyl is increasingly mixed with xylazine, medetomidine, nitazenes, and cychlorphine — combinations that reduce naloxone effectiveness and increase overdose risk.

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Nitazene Synthetic Opioids Spreading in Midwest Drug Supply: What to Know About Overdose Response

Public health surveillance has detected nitazene-class synthetic opioids in counterfeit pills and powders across several Midwest states. Naloxone still works, but the response calls for specific steps.

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