SBS Australia·3 min read·medium
A spike in drug overdose deaths sparks calls for more action
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Australia recorded its deadliest year for drug-induced deaths, with over 2,500 fatalities reported in 2024. Experts warn that the illicit drug market is becoming increasingly unpredictable, with overdose rates now doubling the national road toll.
Why it matters
The rising death toll highlights a critical public health crisis that is outpacing traditional safety concerns like traffic accidents.
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