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Fentanyl is up to 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times more
potent than morphine.
The data presented in this comprehensive table reflects the most recent government statistics available from CDCAs provisional reporting system
and represents the current state of the fentanyl crisis as of 2025.
Fentanyl continues to be a critical public health challenge in the
United States. From October 2023 to September 2024, there were 87,000
overdose deaths, with 72,776 in 2023 linked specifically to synthetic
opioids like fentanyl. Encouragingly, the nation saw a 24% decline in
overdose deaths compared to the previous year, with 45 states reporting decreases. This progress translated to 70+ lives saved daily in 2024, signaling significant strides in prevention and intervention.
Despite these improvements, fentanyl remains alarmingly potentu50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine. It is now
the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18u44, with those aged
35u44 most affected. Emergency department data shows 2.9 per 10,000
visits involve suspected fentanyl use. However, five statesuAlaska,
Montana, Nevada, South Dakota, and Utahuexperienced increases in
overdose deaths, highlighting the uneven nature of the crisis and the
need for targeted strategies.
https://www.theglobalstatistics.com/united-states-fentanyl-statistics/
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