Northwest HIDTA unites public health and public safety expertise, perspectives, and resources to recognize trends and identify solutions to combat Washington’s overdose epidemic. This collaboration is led by our Overdose Response Strategy team, where representatives from public health and law enforcement sectors work together to share information, support evidence-based practices, explore novel and promising strategies, and promote prevention activities.
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Staggering numbers:
2,703 deaths
In 2022, 2,703 people died from a drug overdose in Washington State.
Overdoses increased:
19% greater
The number of overdose deaths in Washington State rose by 19% from 2021 to 2022.
The driving factor is fentanyl:
68%
Roughly 68% of Washington State overdose deaths involved fentanyl in 2022. The second highest contributor to overdose deaths was methamphetamine.