Infographic: Shocking Drug Addiction and Overdose Trends in Illinois
Illinois is facing a growing opioid crisis, with over 2,900 overdose deaths reported in 2020—a 33% jump from the previous year. Synthetic opioids like fentanyl have fueled an 80% increase in deaths since 2013. Communities of color and men are among the most affected. To fight this, the state launched the Opioid Action Plan and…