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Since taking office in 2020, Travis County Judge Andy Brown has led multiple initiatives focused on improving mental health care and addressing substance use. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
South Central Austin

‘Substantial decline’ in fentanyl-related deaths across Travis County

By Haley McLeod

Travis County officials highlighted a 36% reduction in deaths involving fentanyl and a 22% decrease in total opioid-related deaths during a preview April 21 of the annual Medical Examiner’s report for 2024.

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