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318,000 US deaths so far attributed to thecoronavirusThere are none, because they are indirectly related to the disease. But they are no less real. "More than 81,000 overdose deaths occurred in the United States over the 12 months ending in May 2020, the highest number of deaths overdeveloped over a 12-month period, according to recent provisional data from theCenters for Disaster Control and Prevention (CDC), "The Agency reported Friday.

"The disruption of everyday life due to the Pandemic of Covid-19 has hit people with a consumption of troubled substances," said the director of the CDC, Robert Redfield, MD, while we continue the struggle for Ending this pandemic, it is important not to lose sight of different groups to be affected in another way. We need to take care of people with unexpected consequences. "Read on and to ensure your health and health of others do not miss these Without signs that you have already had coronavirus.

Synthetic opioids, cocaine and overdoses of methamphetamine increased

What was the cause of overdoses? "Synthetic opioids (mainly manufactured manufactured manufactured) seem to be the main driver of overdose death increases, increasing by 38.4% compared to the 12-month period before June 2019 compared to the 12 month period preceding May 20 2020, "said the CDC. "Overdose deaths involving cocaine also increased by 26.5%. On the basis of previous research, these deaths are probably related to co-use or contamination of cocaine with fentanyl or heroin Illicitus. Overdose deaths involving psychostimulants, such as methamphetamine, increased by 34.8%. The number of deaths involving psychostimulants now exceeds the number of deaths involved in cocaine. "

"The increase in overdose deaths concerns." Dit Deb Houry, Mr.D., M.P.H., Director of the National Center for the Prevention and Control of the CDC's injuries. "The CDC Injury Center continues to help and support communities to react to the evolving overdose crisis. Our priority is to do everything in our power to equip people on the ground to save lives in their communities. "

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What you can do

"All overdoses should not end in death," says the CDC. "Everyone has a role to play.

• Learn more about therisksopioids.
• To knownaloxone, its availability and how to use it.
• Help people fight with opioid disorders to find good care andprocessing.
• Learn more about CDC overdosesurveillanceandpreventionEfforts in your community

Learn more about what can help if you or someone you like isIncreased drug use during the COVID-19 pandemic. "

How to survive this pandemic

As for yourself, follow the fundamentals of public health and help put an end to this thrust, no matter where you live: facial mask, Social distance, avoid big crowds, do not go inside with people that you are not shelter with (especially in the bars), practice good hand hygiene, vaccinate yourself when it is Available for you and look for mental health care if necessary. And protecting your life and the lives of others, do not visit these35 places you are most likely to catch Covid.