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Police in Portland, Oregon, are investigating nearly a dozen fentanyl overdoses involving children

Por: ABC News Health September 28, 2023

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PORTLAND, Ore. -- Nearly a dozen children, including a 1-year-old, have overdosed on fentanyl since June in Portland, Oregon, its police bureau said Thursday, intensifying alarm in a city like so many others that has struggled to address the deadliest overdose crisis in U.S. history.Police said 10 minors have overdosed since June and that fentanyl is suspected in all but one of the cases. Half of the incidents were fatal. A 1-year-old,... + full article



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