Massachusetts Opioid Settlement: Slow Spending, Urgent Needs
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Massachusetts cities and towns are slow to spend opioid settlement funds, despite the ongoing crisis. Stephen Jesi, a father who lost his daughter to an overdose, is leading the charge in his community, placing Narcan kits in public places. The state has launched a new online dashboard to track spending, highlighting the need for faster action. In 2024, opioid overdose deaths decreased but remained high, with advocates urging residents to push for quicker use of funds for harm reduction, treatment, and recovery programs.
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