Modeling Changes of Fatal Xylazine-Involved Drug Overdoses in Connecticut Across Time

Xylazine-fentanyl deaths increased from 2019 to 2023, and often involved multiple substances (e.g., cocaine, ethanol, benzodiazepines, and oxycodone). Results show Hispanic populations, those aged 35-49, and 50+ experienced high rates of xylazine-fentanyl overdose deaths. Vulnerable populations in Connecticut for special consideration for future intervention and local resource allocation are recommended.