Needle Surge in Boston Neighborhoods
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Discarded needles in Boston neighborhoods surge, with calls for pickups jumping 71% from 2022 to 2025. Jamaica Plain sees a 149% increase, while Back Bay rises 73%. Residents express frustration, especially after Mass and Cass tent encampments were cleared. The city responds with daily mobile sharps teams and reduced syringe distribution. South End leaders propose recovery spots or charges for public drug use.
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