Dynamics of drug overdose deaths in the United States during COVID-19

Pandemic era overdose deaths comprise continuing exponential growth, a COVID-19 related sustained rise tied to social disruption, and EIP linked spikes. Future relief payments should consider staggered disbursement and concurrent harm reduction measures to mitigate overdose risk.

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International Journal of Drug Policy
Published
2026-01-08
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugpo.2025.105097
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1
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Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
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Dynamics of drug overdose deaths in the United States during COVID-19

Donald S. Burke, Hawre Jalal
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International Journal of Drug Policy
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
41.85
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Dynamics of drug overdose deaths in the United States during COVID-19

Donald S. Burke, Hawre Jalal
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Abstract

Pandemic era overdose deaths comprise continuing exponential growth, a COVID-19 related sustained rise tied to social disruption, and EIP linked spikes. Future relief payments should consider staggered disbursement and concurrent harm reduction measures to mitigate overdose risk.

International Journal of Drug PolicyVol. 150
University of Ottawa (CA), University of Pittsburgh (US)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 2%
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
41.85
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