The Age
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·2 hours ago
The Australians most likely to die from accidental drug overdoses
Australians in their 40s and 50s are most likely to die from accidental drug overdoses, with 2596 deaths recorded in 2024. Victoria experienced its deadliest year on record, contributing to over a quarter of fatalities. Penington Institute chief executive John Ryan called the drug crisis a pressing public health emergency, highlighting the need for urgent policy changes.
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