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Drug overdose deaths now highest among people in their fifties

Experts say a mix of prescription medications, chronic health conditions and age-related changes to the body is putting more Australians over 50 at risk of fatal overdoses

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independent.co.ukStai leggendo1 mese fa

Drug overdose deaths now highest among people in their fifties

Experts say a mix of prescription medications, chronic health conditions and age-related changes to the body is putting more Australians over 50 at risk of fatal overdoses

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The Australians most likely to die from accidental drug overdoses

Australia reported 2,596 overdose deaths in 2024 with 40-50 year-olds hardest hit; opioids (1,083) and stimulants (up 25%) dominate fatalities. Federal policy now mandates telehealth prescription monitoring and expanded naloxone access, shifting toward harm reduction instead of punitive enforcement.

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lunedì 15 giugno 2026·smh.com.au
The Australians most likely to die from accidental drug overdoses
For the first time since records began, accidental fatality rates are being driven by this middle-aged group.
lunedì 15 giugno 2026·rnz.co.nz
Seven Australians are dying each day from drug overdose in worst year on record, researchers say
Overdose deaths in Australia are now at their highest number ever, frustrating grieving parents and researchers alike.

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Drug overdose deaths now highest among people in their fifties

The Australians most likely to die from accidental drug overdoses

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The Australians most likely to die from accidental drug overdoses

Seven Australians are dying each day from drug overdose in worst year on record, researchers say

Australia's 'deadliest year on record' exposes a worsening hidden crisis

Seven Australians are dying each day from drug overdose in worst year on record, researchers say

Australia's 'deadliest year on record' exposes a worsening hidden crisis

Drug overdose deaths now highest among people in their fifties