DHS to Mark International Overdose Awareness Day with New Investments to Reduce Drug Overdose Deaths

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DHS to Mark International Overdose Awareness Day with New Investments to Reduce Drug Overdose Deaths Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day, August 31, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is highlighting new state efforts to end overdose deaths and improve the health of people who use drugs. This annual observance, as proclaimed by Gov. Tony Evers, is a day to remember those lost to drug overdose, acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind, and act to save lives. “Too many of our family members, friends, and neighbors are dying due to an unsafe drug supply…

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