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More Philadelphians than ever died of overdoses in 2022, with toll especially grim among Black residents

The epidemic is disproportionately affecting the Black community, which saw a 20% increase in deaths, compared to 11% overall.

The overdose-reversal drug Narcan is displayed during an overdose-reversal training in Philadelphia. In 2022, Philadelphia again saw its highest-ever number of fatal overdoses, with 1,413 people dying from overdoses.
The overdose-reversal drug Narcan is displayed during an overdose-reversal training in Philadelphia. In 2022, Philadelphia again saw its highest-ever number of fatal overdoses, with 1,413 people dying from overdoses.Read moreMatt Rourke / AP